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20th Annual Chicago Food Justice Summit Returns March 12-14, 2025
A Celebration of Two Decades of Food Justice Work and a Vision for the Future
Chicago, Illinois – The 20th annual Chicago Food Justice Summit, held March 12-14, 2025, will bring together food justice advocates, policymakers, and community members to reflect on two decades of food justice impact and shape the future of food equity. The summit will begin with two days of virtual sessions (March 12-13), featuring thought leaders, grassroots organizers, policy advocates, and cultural workers engaging in workshops and discussions on critical food justice issues.
On March 14, the event will culminate in an in-person gathering at the South Shore Cultural Center, offering interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and a vibrant food and vendor fair. Produced in partnership with Cook County Department of Public Health, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events (DCASE), and generous sponsors, the summit offers more than 30 workshops, an exciting lineup of speakers and valuable opportunities for connection and inspiration.
For two decades, the Chicago Food Justice Summit has been a cornerstone of the movement for an equitable and sustainable food system. This milestone event is both a celebration of progress and a call to action for the work ahead. Rodger Cooley, executive director of the Chicago Food Policy Action Council, stated: “For 20 years, the Chicago Food Justice Summit has been a cornerstone of the movement for an equitable and sustainable food system. The summit represents the power of collective investment in food justice. As we celebrate this milestone, we also look ahead—building on our progress and preparing for the next two decades of transformative change.”
“We’re excited to partner with the Chicago Food Policy Action Council on the Chicago Food Justice Summit,” said Dr. Kiran Joshi, interim chief operating officer of Cook County Department of Public Health. “The summit provides a great opportunity for food justice advocates to join forces and reimagine ways to create more equitable access to affordable, healthy foods.”
The Chicago Food Policy Action Council (CFPAC) and the 20th Annual Chicago Food Justice Summit is supported in part by federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated to Cook County Department of Public Health by Cook County Government.
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