2026 Interfaith Justice Alliance Series
February 25 at New Hope Baptist Church
Understanding Food Deserts in Akron
Dr. David Nelson, New Hope Baptist
Tawney Beans, Akron Beacon Journal Food Writer
A family shares the challenge of food insecurity
March 4 at Temple Israel
The Human Cost of Food Deserts
Sharon VanNostran DO, Family Medicine, University Hospital
LaMonica Davis, Helen Arnold School, principal
6 p.m. Prayer – 6:05 to 6:50 p.m. Meal
6:50-8:00p.m. Presentations & Discussion of Action Items
March 11 at St. Hilary Church
Why Food Deserts Exist: Systems & Challenges
Tawney Beans, Akron Beacon Journal Food Writer
Kristina Mullins, Ohio Grocers Association
Gary Wyatt, North Hill Community House
March 18 at Prince of Peace Baptist Church in Partnership with Faith Lutheran Church
Advocacy: What Is Required to Bring Change?
Ebony Yeboah-Amankwah, Summit Fresh Food Truck
Tia Turner, Grocery Bus, Metro Bus System, project manager
Schedule for Feb. 25, March 4 & March 18
6:00p.m. Gathering & Meal
6:45p.m. Worship/Prayer
7:15p.m. Presentation & Discussion
8:45p.m. Closing
*Please bring non-perishable food items to the sessions you attend. This will help each congregation with its outreach to those in need.*
Please note: We will have a livestream option for this series. Please select this as an option when you register.