Food Justice Community Action Plan

Food is a basic need for people’s health and wellness, and it reflects our cultural identity. San Diego county has a robust food system, with a strong farm and fishing industry, over 15,000 diverse food facilities, a year-round growing season, and more than 30 farmers markets.

But food security only exists when everyone has regular access to enough food to meet their needs.

The County is developing a Food Justice Community Action Plan to increase food security throughout the region, and we want to hear from you! Your input will shape the Plan, which will be presented to the Board of Supervisors in December 2024.

Community input is central to development of the Food Justice Community Action Plan. Five key themes will be explored:

1. Government, community-based organizations, and private interests working together
2. Better access and food options from government programs, charitable organizations and school meals
3. Investments in food education, including nutrition education
4. Supporting food as medicine, including breastfeeding
5. Root causes, such as support for broad financial stability

Community roundtables were held throughout the County in August and September 2024 and online input was collected throughout October 7th.

Stay Tuned! A draft action plan will be posted this Fall.