GISCorps Volunteer Assisting Food First with Esri StoryMaps

The Institute for Food and Development Policy better known as Food First envisions a world in which all people have access to healthy, ecologically produced, and culturally appropriate food.  The mission of Food First is to end the injustices that cause hunger. Their work includes action-oriented research, publications, and projects – gives you the tools to understand the global food system, build your local food movement, and engage with the global movement for food sovereignty. Through research, education, and action, Food First supports global and local movements for food sovereignty and empowers communities to take control of their food systems. As a people’s think and do tank,” they are dedicated to ending the injustices that cause hunger and supporting communities to take back control of their food systems. Food First advances their mission through three interrelated work areas: research, education and action.

Food First sought the assistance of a GISCorps volunteer to help develop an aesthetically pleasing and informative Story Map in ArcGIS Online (AGO) environment. The GISCorps volunteer will assist in the creation of a Story Map based on the research Food First has completed. The research centered on 37 interviews around the world and discussed topics such as impacts of industrial agriculture, the green revolution, climate change and socioeconomic barriers. The data from this research produced a written report and a graphic novel. The Story Map will be used to show a visual interactive narrative to a broader audience. Additional assistance is requested in helping Food First implement best practices in managing their AGO environment. The volunteer will document the process and train the Food First team to use and update the new Story Map by creating documentation and training materials (written guides and/or videos).

Following the recruitment, Taylor Mathis, GISCorps volunteer in Nebraska, is selected for this project and is in contact with Food First representatives.

Recruitment complete, project in progress.