Over 150 people came out to Ed Roberts Campus on November 19 to attend the Community Forum on Black Liberation and the Food Movement, an event hosted by BFI and a dozen community partners. Speakers included former Black Panther Judy Juanita, Pastor Mike of The Way Christian Center in Berkeley, and Chef Sarah Kirnon of Miss Ollie’s restaurant, who provided dinner for the evening. The forum was featured in a recent Berkeleyside article,
“This much needed conversation that prioritizes Black voices and Black liberation in the food system is bridging siloed conversations that have only begun to see the light of day…this event should not be considered as a one off.” — Anonymous attendee

Panelists David Roach, Bryant Terry, Kelly Carlisle, Pastor Michael McBride, Karissa Lewis, and Shaniece Alexander. Photo by Brittany Hosea-Small