Food Insecurity | Institute of Politics | University of Pittsburgh

Hunger - The Gateway to Other Ills

On November 9, 2017 the Institute partnered with The Pittsburgh Foundation and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to present "Hunger - The Gateway to Other Ills."

A continuation of the Institute's previous work on poverty, this program explored the data relating to food insecurity from a national perspective, examined state efforts to increase access to food among vulnerable populations, and discussed ocal impacts of hunger in the areas of workforce, education, and health.

Please visit the links below to download materials from the program.

Briefing Book

Craig Gundersen's presentation - Alleviating Food Insecurity in Pennsylvania

Secretary Miller's presentation - Governor's Food Security Partnership

Preserving Democracy

Through interviews with scholars, elected officials and other civic leaders, host Mark Nordenberg, Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Pittsburgh, will examine governance, health, and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Preserving Democracy »

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