Lewis MacAdams
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Lewis MacAdams is a poet, journalist, filmmaker, political activist and one of the Los Angeles River's most influential advocates. He is co-founder of the Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR), which was born from a piece of performance art in 1985. FoLAR is now a non-profit organization whose mission is to revitalize and restore the L.A. River. The organization leads the annual river clean up, also known as La Gran Limpieza, and has been a vital player in efforts to reclaim the river and develop more open, green space. MacAdams is the current president of FoLAR and served as Chair of the Board of Directors for over twenty years. He calls his work for the river a "40 Year Art Work" to bring the river "back to life" through revitalization and education.
Above are video interviews with one of the founders of the Friends of the Los Angeles River, Lewis MacAdams.
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CHANGE BEGINS AT HOME
Even with all the efforts for change from political, medical and public health communities, change ultimately begins at home. Consumers must begin to educate themselves and take action toward making healthier more just food decisions.
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ENSURING A BETTER FUTURE FOR OUR CHILDREN
Children face enormous health risks because of the current system; therefore addressing child nutrition in government entities and in the home is critical to foster a new generation that will hopefully make conscious food choices.
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CHANGE AT THE COMMUNITY LEVEL
Food change can easily begin at the community level with community gardens. Not only do these gardens increase food access, but they also transform neighborhoods in need of something beautiful and positive to identify with.
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THE SMALL FARM SOLUTION: BUILDING A HYPER LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM
Building a hyper local food system will ensure food security for everyone in the urban core, with local farmers once again supplying the city's demand with healthy produce.
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