Nutrition and Food Security
About This Series
Among our nation’s active-duty service members and their families, an estimated 24 percent are food insecure. Nutrition and food security is a multifaceted issue that requires a collaborative response. This series will cover programs that address nutrition and food security as it affects service members and their families. Join OneOp as we focus on strengthening food security among military families and mobilizing family service professionals to work together at federal, state, and local levels.
Upcoming Webinar
Strengthening Food Security and Nutrition Readiness in the Force
This webinar roundtable format will allow additional time for audience questions and interaction so that attendees can learn how to implement similar programs on their installation or in their workpla...
Find out more »On-Demand Webinars
Risk Factors and Reasons for Food Insecurity Among Service Members
The prevalence of food insecurity in the U.S. military is 25% compared to only 10% in the civilian sector. Substantial research has been done since 2018 to determine the risk factors and reasons for f...
Find out more »Feeding Minds, Fueling Futures through the Child and Adult Care Food Program
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) combats hunger and brings healthy foods to tables across the country for children in childcare and afterschool programs as well as adults in day care.
Find out more »The Role of the Charitable Food System in Addressing Nutrition and Food Security
Military families are among millions of households in the U.S. rely on the charitable food system to fill gaps in their food needs. Recent efforts have sought to redesign food pantries to create a les...
Find out more »Looking for more Food Security content?
For more food security content, please visit the Food Security in Focus Series. This series provides on-demand continuing education for many professionals.
