The Counter-Narrative show discussed urban farming and food justice in Baltimore with experts including Mama Saray, Franco Mueller Paz, Ms. Harris, and Brother Lee Jordan. Key points included the definition of food sovereignty as controlling one's food system, combating food apartheid, and the importance of local urban farming. Mama Saray emphasized teaching cooking skills and organizing food giveaways. Franco highlighted the Gloria Richardson Solidarity Gardens, which emerged during COVID-19 to address food deserts. Ms. Harris discussed Strength to Love Farm's job opportunities for returning citizens. Black Yale Institute's initiatives include urban agriculture, political education, and food sovereignty organizing.
