Detroit Black Community Food Security Network
About Detroit Black Community Food Security Network
DBCFSN builds self-reliance, food security, and justice in Detroit's Black community through urban agriculture, cooperative economics, and policy advocacy.
"To build a food system in Detroit's Black community that delivers nutritious, affordable, and culturally appropriate food while creating opportunities for economic empowerment."
Visit WebsiteWhy They Were Selected
Operates D-Town Farm, largest urban farm in Detroit at 7 acres
Launched Detroit People's Food Co-op, first full-service grocery in North End
Policy advocacy led to Detroit Food Policy Council creation
Training programs have supported 100+ urban farmers
How They Align with One Health
Human Health
DBCFSN addresses food apartheid in Detroit's Black community, providing fresh produce and nutrition education that directly impacts chronic disease prevention.
Environmental Health
D-Town Farm demonstrates regenerative urban agriculture practices that improve soil health and create green space in a post-industrial landscape.
Food Systems
By combining production, retail, and policy advocacy, DBCFSN is building comprehensive food system infrastructure owned and controlled by the community it serves.
Their Impact
"Food is a tool for organizing, a vehicle for education, and a path to economic empowerment."
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