Discussion Guide & Resources

“The food industry is the nexus of almost all of the major forces in our politics today. … It’s super closely linked with climate change and ethics. It’s the nexus of minimum wage fights, of immigration law, of criminal justice reform, of health care debates, of education. You’d be hard-pressed to find a political issue that doesn’t have food implications.” — Alexandria Ocasio Cortez

Thank you for your interest in joining our local conversation following the FSNE 21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge. Below you will find resources and readings that we hope will provide a common starting point for dialog.

In addition, we hope you’ll look at our discussion guidelines to help us have honest and meaningful conversation.

Discussion Guidelines

Adapted from FSNE’s Discussion Guide

Listen deeply
Speak from your own experience
Make I statements rather than generalized “We” statements
Be Curious, Open & Respectful
Call in, not out; throw sunshine (clarity), not shade
One Mic
Be respectful of those speaking to let them finish a complete thought. One voice at a time.
We can’t be articulate all the time
Give the benefit of the doubt and ask questions; Deconstruct language, request clarification when needed
Expect & accept a lack of closure
We don’t have to agree
We are engaging in dialog not debate. Be open to be challenged, to change your mind and to deal with uncertainty
Be conscious of intent vs. impact
No matter the intention, you are responsible for your impact

Discussion Guide & Resources

Discussion Guidelines

Adapted from FSNE’s Discussion Guide

Recommended Readings & Resources

Challenge Pre-Work

Week 1: Recognize

Week 2: Reckon & Repair

Week 3: Regeneration & New Possibilities

Additional Resources