Service and Scarcity: Hunger in the Armed Forces

Hunger is a prevalent yet underreported issue faced by many members of the armed forces. Servicemembers and their families face daunting issues stemming from regular relocation, uncertainty, and other unique circumstances that pose challenges to the ability to reliably access needed resources. On this episode of Voices to End Hunger, host Minerva Delgado speaks with two experts on food insecurity in the military. Liza Lieberman is the Vice President of Public Affairs at MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, which has been a leading advocate for those facing hunger in the armed forces; and Megan Rowley, who helped establish a food pantry at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and has first-hand experience working with these families as they seek assistance. Together they speak about strategies and programs in policy and practice that are needed to address military hunger, and they talk about what advocates should know about this pervasive issue and how to address it.Host: Minerva Delgado, Alliance to End HungerGuest(s): Liza Lieberman, Vice President of Public Affairs, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger; and Megan Rowley, Founder, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Food PantryLear More:MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger's focus on Military Families: https://mazon.org/priorities/military-families/Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Food Pantry: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbabfoodpantry/Facebook (For JBAB/ DC-area Service Members & Families): https://www.facebook.com/groups/709222748317071/