Bermuda Is Love Launch #FoodForLife
This October, Bermuda Is Love has launched the #FoodForLife campaign, in which they “aim to combat hunger, food insecurity, and nutritional inequity, by promoting and building sustainable and holistic food system practices in Bermuda.”
A spokesperson said, “This campaign aims to unite individuals and local organizations around food as our common ground, in a collective, community effort to support and provide sustained equality of access to healthy, nutritious food at an affordable price, while building a more sustainable, economically and environmentally secure, and risk-resilient food system here in Bermuda.
“Food insecurity remains a globally critical issue and is extremely impactful locally on many individuals and families in Bermuda, where many in our community are presently forced to choose between paying for basic necessities such as rent and healthcare, and accessing good quality healthy food.
“The cumulative impact these interrelated issues have on driving Bermudians deeper into the cycle of poverty is a state of socioeconomic degradation that we cannot leave unaddressed, and the #FoodForLife campaign seeks to raise awareness about the severity of this problem and to mobilize our local community resources to provide meals and food security to those in need.
“In addition to addressing acute hunger, the #FoodForLife campaign emphasizes the critical importance of sustainable food system practices. The campaign will host workshops and educational events to teach our community about the importance of nutrition, circular food economy systems, and sustainable farming and food production methods. Through promoting these future-focused practices, we can create a healthier population and a more resilient food system for both present and future generations in Bermuda.
“Bermuda Is Love believes that access to nutritious food is a basic human right. Through the #FoodForLife campaign, we are committed to not only supporting the provision of food access for those with the greatest need, but also to empower our community to build a sustainable and equitable food system for our collective shared benefit.
“Please join us this month as we work together to make a lasting impact through the #FoodForLife campaign. Whether by volunteering, donating, or spreading the word, your participation can help to ensure that no one in Bermuda goes hungry, and that we build a tasty, healthy, and sustainable food future for all!
#FoodForLife Campaign October 2024 Schedule
Sunday, October 6th – Wild Herbs Tour
Location: Clearwater Beach, St. David’s
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Saturday, October 12th – Food Security Workshop
Location: Black Circle, 36 Union Street, Hamilton
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Sunday, October 13th – Composting Workshop
Location: Food Forest, 45 Middle Road, Sandys
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday, October 16th – Volunteer at First Baptist Church’s Feeding Programme
Location: First Baptist Church, 134 Middle Road, Devonshire
Time: 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Saturday, October 19th – Volunteer at Christ Church Warwick’s Feeding Programme
Location: Christ Church Warwick, 96 Middle Road, Warwick
Time: 8:00am to 10:00am
Sunday, October 20th – Food Justice Forum
Location: BUEI, Tradewinds Auditorium
Time: 3:30pm to 6:00pm
Saturday, October 26th – Potluck Dinner
Location: Admiralty House, Admiralty Lane, Pembroke
Time: 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Sunday, October 27th – Community Garden
Location: T. N. Tatem, Warwick
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
“All events are free to attend, no sign up required.”
