New episode: transforming the politics of knowledge a just food system


We are happy to share with you an exiting new episode on *transforming the politics of knowledge for a just food system*!

When we started producing this People vs Inequality Podcast series on Food Justice, I immediately knew that I wanted to look at this topic. Having worked on land and food issues for many years, it has always struck me that there is such a debate over who holds the truth and solutions - on sustainable agriculture, food security or sovereignty, land governance. Still too often the voices and knowledges (!) of those actually producing the food, trading the food and cooking the food across large parts of the globe are not considered.

It was a pleasure to speak to Eloisa Delos Reyes about Feminist Participatory Action Research as a tool for change. The why, the how, the challenges and opportunities it brings. The narratives that lead to erosion of existing knowledges and a sense of disempowerment, and how to challenge these - because really, what do we consider as technology, innovation and development. We also talk about the violence and militarization that is so prominent around these issues. Despite this, women and communities come together to assert their rights to land and food.

«It’s not just about gathering data or evidence. It is also about women reclaiming that advocacy space, for a future not tied by the shackles of patriarchy.»

«I hope we can listen to the stories of women from the Global South, learn from them and provide as much support as possible»

Much to learn from Eloisa and the work of one of my fav organisations APWLD Secretariat in celebrating the agency of women, so listen in if you are in need of some inspiration!

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