Nourishing Communities

Author : Irena Knezevic,Alison Blay-Palmer,Charles Z. Levkoe,Phil Mount,Erin Nelson
Publisher : Springer
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783319570006

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Nourishing Communities by Irena Knezevic,Alison Blay-Palmer,Charles Z. Levkoe,Phil Mount,Erin Nelson Pdf

This edited volume builds on existing alternative food initiatives and food movements research to explore how a systems approach can bring about health and well-being through enhanced collaboration. Chapters describe the myriad ways community-driven actors work to foster food systems that are socially just, embed food in local economies, regenerate the environment and actively engage citizens. Drawing on case studies, interviews and Participatory Action Research projects, the editors share the stories behind community-driven efforts to develop sustainable food systems, and present a critical assessment of both the tensions and the achievements of these initiatives. The volume is unique in its focus on approaches and methodologies that both support and recognize the value of community-based practices. Throughout the book the editors identify success stories, challenges and opportunities that link practitioner experience to critical debates in food studies, practice and policy. By making current practices visible to scholars, the volume speaks to people engaged in the co-creation of knowledge, and documents a crucial point in the evolution of a rapidly expanding and dynamic sustainable food systems movement. Entrenched food insecurity, climate change induced crop failures, rural-urban migration, escalating rates of malnutrition related diseases, and aging farm populations are increasingly common obstacles for communities around the world. Merging private, public and civil society spheres, the book gives voice to actors from across the sustainable food system movement including small businesses, not-for-profits, eaters, farmers and government. Insights into the potential for market restructuring, knowledge sharing, planning and bridging civic-political divides come from across Canada, the United States and Mexico, making this a key resource for policy-makers, students, citizens, and practitioners.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Family social work
ISBN : PSU:000008539274

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Nourishing People and Communities Through the Lean Years by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gillespie, Stuart,Hodge, Judith,Yosef, Sivan,Pandya-Lorch, Rajul
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780896295889

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Nourishing millions by Gillespie, Stuart,Hodge, Judith,Yosef, Sivan,Pandya-Lorch, Rajul Pdf

The stories in this book are diverse, spanning five decades and playing out in different arenas, from local to global. They take place in developing countries all over the world, and they involve many sectors and disciplines beyond nutrition itself, including health, agriculture, education, social protection, and water and sanitation. Most importantly, they paint a nuanced picture of success as a context-specific achievement that may, or may not, endure into the future.

Author : Bruce Frohnen,Kenneth L. Grasso
Publisher : CUA Press
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2022-10-07
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781949822243

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Defending the Republic by Bruce Frohnen,Kenneth L. Grasso Pdf

In recent years, our constitutional order has increasingly come under attack as irredeemably undemocratic, racist, and oppressive. At the same time, it is increasingly obvious that politic practices in the United States have strayed very far from the founders’ designs and become deeply dysfunctional. The time is thus ripe for renewed reflection about the American political tradition. This volume reintroduces readers to the conservative tradition of political and constitutional discourse. It brings together prominent political scientists and legal scholars, all of whom were deeply influenced by the life and work of the eminent constitutional scholar George W. Carey. For over 40 years, Carey strove mightily to explain the nature and requirements of our political tradition. How it fostered meaningful, virtuous self-government, and how our constitutional tradition has been derailed by progressivist ideology. He is perhaps best known for his concept of “constitutional morality,” the understanding that our republican constitutional order can be sustained only by a combination of formal mechanisms (e.g., separation of powers) and unwritten norms (“standards of behavior”) that act to foster deliberation and consensus, as well as keep political actors within the boundaries of their constitutional offices. Contributors, including Francis Canavan, Claes G. Ryn, Paul Edward Gottfried, and Peter Augustine Lawler, discuss and develop Carey’s key insights, applying them to issues from the nature of majoritarian government to the purposes of constitutionalism to the decline of virtue that has accompanied the expansion of power among national and international elites. Each essay provides penetrating analysis of key aspects of our tradition, its inherent purposes, growth, and subsequent derailment, as well as the resources remaining within that tradition for the rebuilding of our constitutional order and a decent common life.

Author : Jonathan Barnes,Peter E. Makari
Publisher : The Pilgrim Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780829820331

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Restoring Dignity, Nourishing Hope by Jonathan Barnes,Peter E. Makari Pdf

Are you or your church thinking about international mission engagement? Are you already working with partners around the world? If so, Restoring Dignity is designed to help you think deeply, relate carefully and engage wisely about mission relationships. Topics covered include partnership, advocacy, community development, short-term mission, evangelism, interfaith dialogue and fundraising. The contributors include international partners, mission personnel, and local church pastors and members, all sharing from their experiences, relationships and what they have learned over years of mission engagement.

Author : Maya Carolyn McEvoy
Publisher : Jstone Publishing
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Nourish to Flourish: Reclaiming Joy in Eating and Life by Maya Carolyn McEvoy Pdf

Rediscover the joy of eating and embrace a life of wellness with "Nourish to Flourish: Reclaiming Joy in Eating and Life." This groundbreaking book transcends traditional self-help by integrating personal recovery stories with practical exercises and mindfulness techniques, guiding you towards a transformative relationship with food and your body. In these pages, you'll find a unique blend of inspiring narratives and a holistic workbook approach, designed to nurture self-compassion and a positive body image. Each chapter offers insightful strategies to help you move beyond mere symptom management to building a fulfilling, joyful life. Learn how to engage with food mindfully, understand your body's cues, and cultivate happiness in every aspect of your existence.

Author : Danielle N. Johnson
Publisher : Univ of South Carolina Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-31
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781611178814

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Understanding Lee Smith by Danielle N. Johnson Pdf

A comprehensive treatment of the life and work of this award-winning feminist Appalachian writer Since the release of her first novel, The Last Day the Dogbushes Bloomed, in 1968, Lee Smith has published nearly twenty books, including novels, short stories, and memoirs. She has received an O. Henry Award, Sir Walter Raleigh Award, Robert Penn Warren Prize for Fiction, and a Reader's Digest Award; and her New York Times best-selling novel, The Last Girls, won the Southern Book Critics Circle Award. While Smith has garnered academic and critical respect for many of her novels, such as Black Mountain Breakdown, Oral History, and Fair and Tender Ladies, her writing has been viewed by some as lightweight fiction or even "chick lit." In Understanding Lee Smith Danielle N. Johnson offers a comprehensive analysis of Smith's work, including her memoir, Dimestore, treating her as a major Appalachian and feminist voice. Johnson begins with a biographical sketch of Smith's upbringing in Appalachia, her formal education, and her career. She explicates the themes and stylistic qualities that have come to characterize Smith's writing and outlines the criticism of Smith's work, particularly that which focuses on female subjectivity, artistry, religion, history, and place in her fiction. Too often, Johnson argues, Smith's consistent and powerful messages about artistry, gender roles, and historical discourse are missed or undervalued by readers and critics caught up in her quirky characters and dialogue. In Understanding Lee Smith, Johnson offers an analysis of Smith's oeuvre chronologically to study her growth as a writer and to highlight major events in her career and the influence they had on her work, including a major shift in the early 1990s to writing about families, communities, and women living in the mountains. Johnson reveals how Smith has refined her talent for creating nuanced voices and a narrative web of multiple perspectives and evolved into a writer of fine literary fiction worthy of critical study.

Author : Sergio Rijo
Publisher : SERGIO RIJO
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-01-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Nourish Without Fear by Sergio Rijo Pdf

Embark on a transformative journey with "Nourish Without Fear," a groundbreaking guide that challenges the norms of diet culture and offers a revolutionary approach to healing your relationship with food and body. Author Christy Harrison delves deep into the pervasive influence of diet culture, unraveling its myths and fallacies while empowering individuals to break free from its toxic grip. Through a compassionate exploration of intuitive eating and body positivity, the book guides readers to reconnect with their body's signals and cultivate a positive relationship with food. The mind-body connection takes center stage as emotional and psychological factors influencing eating habits are addressed, offering strategies for mindfulness and stress reduction. "Cultural Perspectives on Food" celebrates the richness of culinary traditions, encouraging a flexible and inclusive approach to nourishment. Practical advice in "Sustainable and Joyful Eating" fosters a balanced lifestyle, from mindful meal planning to savoring the sensory experience of food. Each chapter lays the foundation for a new era of self-care and nourishment, emphasizing the importance of balance, joy, and self-compassion. This manifesto for change challenges conventional norms and inspires individuals to reclaim their well-being. "Nourish Without Fear" is your guide to a healthier, happier life, empowering you to flourish in the gentle embrace of a life nourished without fear.

Author : Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems,Marine Board
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1996-01-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309052900

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Beach Nourishment and Protection by Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems,Marine Board Pdf

Many coastal communities have built structures at their beaches and added quantities of sand in contoured designs to combat erosion. Are such beach nourishment projects technically and economically sound? Or are they nothing more than building sand castles, as critics claim? Beach Nourishment and Protection provides a sound technical basis for decision-making, with recommendations regarding the utility of beach nourishment, the appropriate role of federal agencies, responsibility for cost, design methodology, and other issues. This volume: Examines the economic and social role of beaches, the history of beach nourishment projects, and management strategies for shore protection. Discusses the role of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and other federal agencies, with a close-up look at the federal flood insurance program. Explores the state of the art in project design and prediction of outcomes, including the controversy over the use of traditional and nontraditional shore protection devices. Addresses what is known about the environmental impacts of beach nourishment. Identifies what outcomes should be targeted for continued monitoring by project officials. Beach Nourishment and Protection provides insight into the technical, economic, environmental, and policy implications of beach nourishment and protection, with examples and suggested research directions.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Budget
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Budget
ISBN : LOC:00100964041

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Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 1996: February 2 ... Block grants and opportunities for devolution; April 18 ... Returning decisions to the state; April 19 ... Deficits and public programs, do they matter? by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Budget Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Maya Tiwari
Page : 507 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780979327964

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Living Ahimsa Diet: Nourishing Love & Life by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jay Walljasper,Project for Public Spaces (PPS)
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2007-06-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781550923421

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The Great Neighborhood Book by Jay Walljasper,Project for Public Spaces (PPS) Pdf

Abandoned lots and litter-strewn pathways, or rows of green beans and pockets of wildflowers? Graffiti-marked walls and desolate bus stops, or shady refuges and comfortable seating? What transforms a dingy, inhospitable area into a dynamic gathering place? How do individuals take back their neighborhood? Neighborhoods decline when the people who live there lose their connection and no longer feel part of their community. Recapturing that sense of belonging and pride of place can be as simple as planting a civic garden or placing some benches in a park. The Great Neighborhood Book explains how most struggling communities can be revived, not by vast infusions of cash, not by government, but by the people who live there. The author addresses such challenges as traffic control, crime, comfort and safety, and developing economic vitality. Using a technique called "placemaking"-- the process of transforming public space -- this exciting guide offers inspiring real-life examples that show the magic that happens when individuals take small steps, and motivate others to make change. This book will motivate not only neighborhood activists and concerned citizens but also urban planners, developers and policy-makers.

Author : Rhonda Phillips,Chris Wharton
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-19
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781317421610

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Growing Livelihoods by Rhonda Phillips,Chris Wharton Pdf

Community planning is starting to include a broader food systems focus, spanning topics such as nutrition and health outcomes, sustainable farming practices, economic and social implications of local food production, distribution, and consumption. Together, these issues are a driving force for the passions of those seeking positive change in their communities through healthy food. The purpose of this book is to explore how and where local food and farms, as part of a local or regional food system, can positively impact both economic development and overall well-being of communities. Across North America, there are good examples of the ways in which innovative local food systems provide opportunities for: increasing job growth and entrepreneurship; retaining local farmers on their land while nourishing their community; and providing communities places to congregate, bond, and become closer-knit. Six such examples are highlighted, each illustrating a novel model offering unique contributions to community economic health and well-being. These important cases offer practitioners, advocates, academics, and students insight into how applications can be built or studied in their own communities.

Author : Danish, Mir Sayed Shah,Senjyu, Tomonobu Shah
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781799849162

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Eco-Friendly Energy Processes and Technologies for Achieving Sustainable Development by Danish, Mir Sayed Shah,Senjyu, Tomonobu Shah Pdf

Rapid changes in technology and lifestyle have led to a dramatic increase in energy demand. Growing energy demand is the main cause of environmental pollution, but the efficient use of renewable resources and technologies for residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural sectors offers the opportunity to diminish energy dependence, ensure efficiency and reliability, reduce pollutant emissions, and buoy national economies. Eco-friendly energy processes are the key to long-term sustainability. Eco-Friendly Energy Processes and Technologies for Achieving Sustainable Development is a collection of innovative research that identifies sustainability pillars such as environmental, technical, social, institutional, and economic disciplines and explores the longevity of these disciplines through a resource-oriented approach. Featuring coverage of a broad range of topics including environmental policy, corporate accountability, and urban planning, this book is ideally designed for policymakers, urban planners, engineers, advocates, researchers, academicians, and students.

Author : Sara Brady,Fintan Walsh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08-27
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780230244788

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Crossroads: Performance Studies and Irish Culture by Sara Brady,Fintan Walsh Pdf

The highly performative categories of 'Irish culture' and 'Irishness' are in need of critical address, prompted by recent changes in Irish society, the arts industry and modes of critical inquiry. This book broaches this task by considering Irish expressive culture through some of the paradigms and vocabularies offered by performance studies.