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A food policy council primer: How food policy councils can be a catalyst for change
Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development • September 26, 2026
Although food policy councils are not always well understood or appreciated, they can be pivotal tools to improve local and regional food systems..
Want to Bolster Your Local Food System? Here’s a Handbook.
Civil Eats • September 9, 2026
Food policy council leader Nessa Richman has created a manual to help communities build stronger food systems through civic engagement.
Advancing Food Justice in Rhode Island
Harvard Kennedy School Alumni Connect Stories of Impact • January 14, 2026
Nessa Richman MPP 1997 shares her journey, her approach to systems change, and the ongoing influence of the HKS community.