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Cultivating a Sustainable Tomorrow: Community Gardens and Food Security in the City of Santa Clara

Brandon, Chrislyn

Scholar Commons (Santa Clara University)

Urban Farm DB summary

The City of Santa Clara faces significant challenges in ensuring equitable access to food for its residents amidst rising living costs and economic disparities. Enhancing support for residents' food security needs through increased knowledge sharing and resource provision in community areas is an efficient strategy to reduce hunger rates and create welcoming community spaces that support sustainability. This initiative addresses two key focus areas in Santa Clara's Climate Action Plan.