Help me attend Dig In 2!

Hello! I'm Lisa Morris, a community-driven individual passionate about making a difference. I am a community builder and passionate advocate for food security and accessibility, dedicated to creating inclusive spaces for connection and growth. Through community meals and gardening initiatives, I strive to bring people together and foster a sense of belonging. As a parent of three, I draw from my own experiences and challenges to inform programming that supports and uplifts residents. With a heart for community and a commitment to social change, I work to build bridges and create opportunities for collective impact. A couple years ago I started a GoFundMe so I could attend Dig In (Atlantic Canada Food Systems Summit) and am now asking for your help so I can attend Dig In 2 Nov. 22nd - 24th.

"Building on lessons from Dig In 1, the theme of Dig In 2.0 shifts from education and awareness towards building collaboration and solidarity among food systems actors across Atlantic Canada. We believe in-person gatherings are invaluable in an effort to build on existing relationships, foster new collaborations, and spend time learning from each other’s successes and challenges to create stronger, more resilient food systems across the region."

I have found someone to travel with but need help to pay for the registration which is approx. $300 and funds for accommodations. If you know and affordable place in Charlottetown please reach out as I am trying to make this as low cost as possible.

Dig In 2.0 Objectives:

Foster collaboration and the strengthening of partnerships (new and existing) among food systems actors across Atlantic Canada

Engage food systems actors to enhance equity, resilience, and sustainability by enacting alternative models of food systems

Amplify, scale, replicate, or leverage the work of existing food-systems projects and organizations

Food systems stakeholders from all four provinces from various sectors including farmers, fishers, processors, distributors, retailers, policymakers, nonprofits, community groups, government representatives, individuals, etc. will engage in discussions to learn about one another’s successes and challenges with a goal of breaking down silos to build stronger networks of support and cooperation. By sharing knowledge and resources, the summit seeks to foster the continued creation of more resilient and interconnected food systems that can better withstand economic, environmental, and social changes & challenges. Attendees will have the opportunity to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing ones, fostering a sense of community & mutual support.