Local First Arizona is a non-profit organization that works relentlessly to educate the Arizona consumer to shift their money locally, to improve Arizona's economy, and keep its communities vibrant.
Their efforts include community outreach, speeches from the founder and all of the organization's change leaders, educational newsletters and blog entries, events, and collaboration with local businesses. "Local First Arizona empowers individuals to build the life they want in their local community. Together we can create a stronger economy, a more vibrant community, and better job opportunities for Arizonans" [REF] Each individual within LFA is involved in the change process to shift the consumer's spending, and influence policies for the benefit of local businesses.
At LFA, I am interning as the local food systems intern. I will help focus on the local food system, which includes local farms, and establishing the connection with local consumers. In the office I will be helping the change effort by researching and writing educational blog posts, watching webinars about local food related topics, helping with organization of events, and helping with the database for the Good Food Finder website. Each Saturday of the week I will be out at various events speaking to and educating the public about our mission, and ways to get more involved with local food.
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Hey Chrisy, glad to see the folks at LFA are treating you well. LFA is an awesome organization that's doing an incredible amount of work to build up a strong local economy. Chrisal, Erica, Kendall, and Steve are friends of mine so I know your in good company. I look forward to your future posts.
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ReplyDeleteI was first introduced to LFA a few months ago and have not had a chance to touch base with anyone there yet. However, I hear great things about the organization and definitely see the value of an economic structure built around buying local first. The numbers are all there to prove that the more we spend local the more positive impact our spending has on the community. I look forward to reading your post.