TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Dozens of children and young adults gathered at FAMU Developmental Research School for the 17th annual Youth Symposium on Food and Hunger.<\/p>\n
Hosted by the Tallahassee Food Network, this year\u2019s theme was \u201cSankofa: Go Back and Get It.\u201d<\/p>\n
Organizer Dr. P. Qasimah Boston said the goal is to give young people a platform to share their experiences, voice their concerns and help shape solutions in their communities.<\/p>\n
Boston, president of the Tallahassee Food Network and co director of Tallahassee Youth for Change, emphasized the importance of addressing food insecurity among young people.<\/p>\n
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\u201cOur young people need proper nutrition in order for their brains to develop properly, their bodies to develop properly and so we want to find ways we can address that challenge of food insecurity. It\u2019s a public health challenge,\u201d Boston said.<\/p>\n
Through a keynote speaker, art and interactive activities, participants also explored issues like mental health and violence.<\/p>\n
Boston said organizers plan to bring students\u2019 concerns and ideas to city government and community leaders in hopes of influencing policy and strengthening youth programs.<\/p>\n
Partners included the Greater Frenchtown Revitalization Council, Citizens for a Sustainable Future and Earthjustice, according to Boston.<\/p>\n
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