State and Local Organizations supporting our local food system:

• The Massachusetts Food System Collaborative supports collective action toward an equitable, sustainable, resilient, and connected local food system in Massachusetts.

• Current MA legislative activity

• North Shore Farm & Food Coalition (NSFFC) Policy Working Group Activities to follow for local priorities and information

• Salem Food Policy Council is committed to providing access to essential food resources for all members of our community.

• South Coast Food Policy Council has educational information and resources

National Information Sources:

• FRAC (Food Research & Action Center) improves the nutrition, health, and well-being of people struggling against poverty-related hunger in the United States

• FoodFix a publication about food policy in Washington and beyond

Advocacy:

Our elected officials count on us to keep them informed of what’s happening in our communities, schools, and workplaces. They want to hear why supporting farms and local foods are important to you.  Send an email, call, or write a letter/postcard! Find your State Representative and Senator: malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator

Advocacy Tips:

1. Choose an issue you care about and research it.

2. Learn about the the elected official you want to contact.

3. When writing to a legislator, use your full name and address.

4. Reference the bill name & number (HD for House/SD for Senate)

5. Be clear and concise.

6. Don't give up!
   

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