The Case for Universal Basic Food

March 15, 2024
Close up photo of purple eggplants.

Op-ed by Emily Settlecowski published in Next City.

Food is many things in our lives. It’s a cultural connector, bridging relationships with people, places, and our heritage. Food is medicine, providing us with nutrients integral to our well-being. It’s also a renewable resource; the way we grow, transport and consume food directly impacts our climate and local environment.

Above all, food is a human right. Yet our food system only values food for one thing: profit. 

Emily Settlecowski's headshot.

Emily Settlecowski is Metro Caring's Manager of Strategic Initiatives.

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