The Power of Choice: Rethinking Food Access in NYC
Why is it easier to access affordable, nutritious food in some NYC neighborhoods than others? And what can policy do to change that?Join the Health in All Policies Network (HAPAN) and our co-hosts for a hybrid panel discussion and Q&A that explores the policies, systems, and structural factors shaping access to
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healthy, affordable food across New York City.Access to nutritious food depends on more than individual choice or purchasing power. Neighborhood resources, food affordability, public investment, and broader socioeconomic inequities all influence what food is available, accessible, and affordable to communities. So, what would it take to create healthier, more equitable food environments across NYC?Bringing together perspectives from government, community and nonprofit organizations, and academia, our panelists will explore the challenges facing NYC's food system, innovative approaches to improving food access, and opportunities for policy and public investment to advance health equity.Whether you're interested in public health, health policy, nutrition, urban planning, social justice, or community advocacy, this is a chance to learn from experts working at the intersection of policy and practice, ask questions, and explore solutions to one of the city's most pressing public health challenges.Come for the conversation, stay for the connections, and enjoy samosas provided at the event!GPH club events are open to all, inclusive of all backgrounds and identities.Hosted by: Health in All Policies Advocacy Network, MarketPlace CollectiveOnline Location: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/91715214624 ( Information can be found at: https://engage.nyu.edu/event/12877569 (https://engage.nyu.edu/event/12877569)