I will learn about how today’s issues affect the county where I live.

  • What are the assets and issues around food security, healthcare, and immigration/refugees in my local community and county?

  • Who is hungry in my community?  Who are the medically vulnerable?  How are immigrants currently welcomed and supported where I live?

  • Learn about upcoming legislation at the state-level around food security, healthcare, and immigrant rights.

Tips for Learning

Community Asset Audit

  • Working with other local congregations, brainstorm what you know about community assets related to hunger/food security, healthcare access, and welcoming immigrants. What assets exist in your town/city? What are the assets at the county level?  

    • For example, are there food pantries?  

    • Where are these services located/how would one logistically access those services (location & times)? Are there any social barriers to accessing those services?

  •   Identify any gaps - location, transportation, etc.

Sources for Information

  • Work with a local librarian or the United Way in your area to understand the community context. 

  • Learn about who lives in your community by exploring the demographics using the U.S. Census Bureau.