Addressing Children’s Health and Nutritional Needs through Policy & Advocacy

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Jennifer Weber joins Shireen to explore how government policies can determine the status of children’s health and adequately address their nutritional needs. She analyzes existing programs and suggests policy changes at all levels of government that can improve children’s health. Tune in to learn more about how you can get involved with childhood health and nutrition advocacy efforts.

Jennifer Weber is an advocate for children’s health and well-being with experience building effective strategies and partnerships. She translates science into understandable and actionable messages for organizations, policymakers, and communities.

“When we have to work toward policy change, the people we're convincing are the adults, not the kids. They're on board. They have creative ideas, they're super open. They want it to be healthyThey want their families to be healthy.”

Question of the Day: What’s one policy change you want to see in your community related to children’s health and nutrition?

On this Episode you will Learn:

The State of Children’s Health and Nutrition in America

How Policies at the Local and Federal Level Influence Children’s Health

Community Efforts to Combat Chronic Illness

Efforts to Improve Childhood Hea;th and Nutrition

How to Get Involved in Advocacy Work

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Key Points:

0:00 - Intro with Shireen!

1:35 - What inspired you to pursue a career in children's health?

2:15 - What is the current status of children’s health and their nutritional needs in the US? In particular, what areas need improvement?

3:25 - How do policies function at the local, state, and federal levels to maintain children’s health initiatives and also perpetuate poor health?

9:05 - What policy changes do you think should be made at each level to improve children’s health and better meet their nutritional needs?

12:45 - What does it look like in a community trying to combat chronic illness and its risk factors in children?

18:15 - What advocacy efforts are being done to address these needs in childhood health and nutrition?

19:30 - What tips do you have for individuals looking to get involved with these advocacy efforts?

22:30 - How can our listeners connect with you and learn more about your work?

23:45 - Outro with Shireen!

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