Youth Hunger

As of 2021 in Wake County, 14% of children under 18 were food insecure. Sufficient nutrition is necessary for a child's success, as hunger can impact a child's development well into adulthood.

Youth Hunger VISTA

The Youth Food Security VISTA focuses on bringing the youth of Wake County together to enact change through the Capital Area Food Network’s Youth Led Circle. This group meets once a month to discuss issues related to food systems, as well as plan the Youth Food Security Summit. The Summit is a day-long event for the youth of Wake County full of workshops, guest speakers and service projects- all planned and put on by the Youth Circle. Previous topics include food security, food justice, racial equity and intersectionality.

Ongoing Projects

Youth Hunger VISTA Abbey Marceau is helping plan the 2023 Youth Food Security Summit. The event is to take place on June 23, 2023.

Resources & Media

Teen Recipe Book
The recipes in this book were put together by both the members of the Youth Circle as well as nutritionists from Poe Health Center. Not only does it provide healthy, easy and delicious recipes that anyone can make, but it also provides helpful resources such as food pantry locations, insights on how to plan a menu, grocery shopping tips, SNAP tips, seasonal produce guides and so much more.

Contact

Abbey Marceau, VISTA
Youth Hunger
abbey.marceau@wake.gov