What to do about DEI? This Equitable Food Initiative-partnered episode explains with a helpful chat. A produce industry veteran for more than 25 years, Vic Clark shares his advice and perspective as the industry expands its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, or DEI, initiatives. “The only thing I’ve seen change in the last 25 years in this industry is the calendar,” he said about DEI change. He believes that the food industry has closed itself off from Black people and other minorities in ways that other industries have been embracing. Learn why. And learn how you can help create some positive change in your own company. Spoiler alert: One way is to build relationships with young people as they are pursuing their education.

Links to resources mentioned: 

• MANNRS
• IFPA DEI Statement

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