Fostering grassroots leadership and empowering individuals and communities to actively participate in decision-making processes, advocate for their rights, and shape their food environment.

Building adaptive and resilient food systems that can withstand shocks and stressors, while also addressing long-standing inequities and injustices.

Fostering partnerships and mutual aid across diverse sectors and stakeholders to cultivate a culture of solidarity and support, where food system stakeholders come together to achieve shared goals and drive meaningful change. 

Committing to respect for nature, environmental responsibility, and climate resilience in our efforts to build a more sustainable food system.

Recognizing the interconnectedness of food, housing, environmental, and other social factors and fostering cross-sectoral partnerships that promote a more holistic approach to food system challenges.

Embracing diversity and striving for representation that reflects the diversity of Pima County; fostering an environment that affirms different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and approaches; and directing resources so that historically disadvantaged populations can achieve their highest state of health and wellbeing.

Centering the needs, voices, and agency of Pima County residents, and valuing the traditional knowledge in this region within all aspects of our work.