Monthly Archives: December 2021

Job Opportunity at the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention: Policy Analyst

Job Posting from NYC DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE Chronic Disease Prevention:
https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/psc/nycjobs/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U&
CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST/Policy Analyst, Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention
The Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention (BCDP) strives to reduce the burden of chronic disease, including heart disease, obesity, cancer and diabetes, among New Yorkers. We work to address the impact of structural racism and other injustices that are a root cause of the inequitable prevalence, treatment, and outcomes of chronic diseases in communities of color and among other marginalized communities. BCDP focuses on nutrition, tobacco use, the built environment, screening for cancer, and reducing the incidence and impact of hypertension. BCDP works with partners in government and the community to employ evidence-based policies, programs, communications and research aimed at shifting environments, changing systems and promoting health equity. The Bureau sits within the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness. PLEASE NOTE: In the event of a public health emergency as deemed by the agency (public health outbreak, natural disaster, etc.), employees may be mandated to assume an emergency response role. In these rare instances and when notified, staff will be re-assigned from their regular day-to-day duties as noted in this job description to take on another role considered necessary by the agency. When this occurs, all staff are required to comply with the change in assignment and must be prepared to be called upon promptly.

December 14th, 2021|Categories: External posts, Job postings|

The Leading Voices in Food Podcast Series | Duke Sanford World Food Policy Center

12/10/2021

Check out The Leading Voices in Food Podcast Series from the Duke Sanford World Food Policy Center

Our vision for The Leading Voices in Food podcast series is to offer wide-ranging perspectives and knowledge from researchers, community leaders, policymakers, farmers and more. We want to introduce new ideas and people, shift your thinking in topics you know well, and contribute to movement towards equity and resilience in the food system. Transcripts for each interview are also posted.

We feature topics across the food system spectrum such as food insecurity, obesity, agriculture, food access and equity, food safety, food defense, and food policy issues. The series is hosted by Dr. Kelly Brownell, director of the World Food Policy Center, and professor of public policy and psychology at Duke University. Guest hosts Sarah Zoubek and Jennifer Zuckerman also contribute to the series.

The Leading Voices in Food Podcast Series | Duke Sanford World Food Policy Center

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December 10th, 2021|Categories: External posts, Recommended podcasts, books and blogs|

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Codifying the Nourish New York Program into Law

12/08/2021

S.4892-A/A.5781-A Permanently Creates the Nourish NY Program in Agriculture & Markets Law
Governor Kathy Hochul today, in Corona, Queens, signed legislation S.4892-A/A.5781-A enshrining the Nourish New York program permanently in state law. The signing of this legislation comes just before the Thanksgiving holiday, reaffirming New York’s commitment to providing support to those facing food insecurity across the state.
“The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented hardship to so many New Yorkers and made the situations for those already struggling even worse,” Governor Hochul said. “The implementation of the Nourish NY program was a huge success in helping those facing food insecurity while also benefiting New York’s farms. As we get ready to celebrate the holidays, I am proud to sign this legislation to ensure our state will continue to combat hunger and provide for those in need.”
The Nourish New York initiative reroutes New York’s surplus agricultural products to the populations who need them most through the state’s food banks. The program also provides much-needed support for the food producers and farmers who have lost markets as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic because the state’s food banks are buying agricultural products from New York farmers and food processors.
December 8th, 2021|Categories: External posts|

Hunger, Housing, and the 3rd Reconstruction event December 7

12/07/2021


https://www.facebook.com/events/205121468387819
Join the Labor-Religion Coalition of NYS Today, December 7th, to learn from the plight, fight, and insight of Capital Region community members who are engaged in struggles around food and housing insecurity. In recent years, New York has passed transformative legislation to meet the needs of poor and marginalized communities relating to food and housing. At the same time, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed and exacerbated the extent of these crises and thrown millions into poverty and precarity.

On December 7th we will gather virtually to hear testimony from directly impacted leaders, learn about ways communities are organizing in response, and build solidarity among the poor and dispossessed.

Co-sponsors (list in formation): Labor-Religion Coalition of NYS, Capital Region Poor People’s Campaign, FOCUS Churches of Albany, Schenectady Community Ministries

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December 7th, 2021|Categories: Events, External posts, News from HANNYS|
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Hunger Action Network’s work would not be possible without the generous support from

The Food Pantries for the Capital District

and Community Food Assistance Network (CFAN)

Capital District Callers, Inc

    

and special thanks to all the individual donors who have supported us over the years!

 

Hunger Action Network of NYS
C/O Food Pantries of the Capital District
32 Essex Street
Albany, NY 12206
518-458-1167 Ext. 3

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