| Black food entrepreneurs and organizers are leading the development of innovative, community-based models to uplift Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) food culture and traditions and build wealth, health, and power in Bay Area communities. As part of the Building Equity Program, Foodwise has been working with several of these organizations to expand farmers market opportunities for BIPOC businesses, as well as open conversations about our shared visions for an equitable future.
BIPOC-owned businesses continue to face systemic barriers to accessing capital and developing a thriving business, which require policy change, collaborative strategies, and community efforts. At a Foodwise Talk called “Building Equity for Black Entrepreneurs” on June 21, 2023, Building Equity community partners and Black food entrepreneurs who have participated in Foodwise farmers markets shared stories as well as specific actions all of us can take to invest in Black businesses and build a more equitable Bay Area. Here are a few key takeaways, and you can listen to the full talk here. | 