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food justice

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About

Food justice is an interdisciplinary academic field and social movement that critically examines and seeks to transform the systemic inequities within food systems. It investigates the social, economic, environmental, and political dimensions of food access, production, distribution, labor, and consumption, particularly focusing on how power structures and historical injustices create disparities for marginalized communities. Characterized by its emphasis on equity, community control, and self-determination, it analyzes root causes of food insecurity and health disparities. Its significance lies in identifying these systemic issues and advocating for policies and practices that promote just, equitable, and sustainable food futures for all.

Top Authors

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CZ

Lakehead University

JG

University of California, Santa Cruz

HW

University of British Columbia

JJ

University of Toronto

RS

Cardiff University

Top Institutions

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Cardiff University

Cardiff, United Kingdom

University of Toronto

Toronto, Canada

University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

University of California, Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, United States

Wageningen University & Research

Wageningen, The Netherlands