How do we go from policies on paper to real meals on plates?

In this episode of the Zero Hunger Project, our guest, retired professor Cecilia Rocha, continues to show how school meal programs and public food initiatives helped lift millions out of hunger in Brazil. Plus, we talk about the role universities can play in connecting community action with policymaking.

Cecilia explains why laws matter, why political will can change everything, and how community action protects progress when leadership changes.

You'll also hear why treating food as a public good, not just a market product, can reframe the whole fight for food justice.

If you care about building a future where no one goes hungry, tune in and be part of the change. ▶️ What Real Food Security Looks Like in Ending Hunger with Cecilia Rocha (Part 2).

Cecilia Rocha is a globally recognized scholar in food policy, food security, and sustainable development. Recently retired from the School of Nutrition at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her groundbreaking work on the Belo Horizonte Food Security Program in Brazil demonstrates how local food systems and municipal governance can effectively fight hunger and promote equity. For over two decades, her research has shown that hunger is not an inevitable outcome, but a challenge solvable through policy, community engagement, and political will. Cecilia champions participatory approaches that link food access to social and economic development.

Suman Roy is a globally recognized leader in food security, poverty reduction, and community resilience. As the founder of Feed Scarborough and a key force behind Hunger-Free Canada and the Zero Hunger Project, he is dedicated to ensuring no one goes to bed hungry. He played a pivotal role in crafting Toronto’s first Food Strategy and has represented Canada at the United Nations and the FAO to champion sustainable development goals. With multiple global leadership awards, including CEO of the Year (NGO) and Visionary of the Year, Suman is a sought-after expert on global food security. His mission is clear: to create a hunger-free, resilient future for all.

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