July Meeting Announcement: Food Policy Council Accessibility Panel

We’re excited to invite you to a very special Knoxville-Knox County Food Policy Council Meeting on Wednesday, July 16th from 8:30–10:00 AM at United Way of Greater Knoxville (1301 Hannah Ave, Knoxville TN 37921).

This month’s meeting will feature an Accessibility Panel with expert speakers sharing practical strategies to make our local food systems more inclusive and accessible to all. Learn how to strengthen your programs and policies through equity-focused approaches.

Featured Panelists:

• Lara Whitfield-Garfinkle – Community Engagement and Deaf Blind Program Coordinator, Knoxville Center of the Deaf

• Monique Johnson – Founder and CEO, Learn Play Sign

• Carly Pearson – ADA Coordinator, Knox County

• Stephanie Brewer Cook – ADA Coordinator, City of Knoxville

🧏‍♀️ ASL interpretation will be provided.
🌐 Open to the public – please share widely!
📝 Have accessibility needs? Register now so we can accommodate you:

Questions? Contact us directly — and we look forward to seeing you there!