We're arguing about whether we think college students should eat. They don't just need help; they deserve help because there are those of us that can help, and we have a duty to. They are dragging a heavy load as far as they can, and they're praying that they make it to the finish line before it's too much and they just collapse under the weight. Every single student's story matters. The one not only that they've lived to this point but a story that they haven't written yet- one that they're actively penning. And do we want them to be able to have the chance to pen the best and most beautiful story that will make our world a better place? Or do we selfishly take that opportunity and make that go away?
Learning Hungry: Food Insecurity on Campus is a new 30-minute documentary and action resource exploring college student food insecurity and the broader basic-needs challenges that affect student health, persistence, and degree completion. Centered on student voices, the film also highlights campus, community, business, and policy perspectives—and practical and systemic solutions that can help students succeed.
Learning Hungry is available as a free screening and discussion tool for colleges and universities, student groups, basic-needs programs, food pantries, advocacy organizations, faith communities, and other community partners.
Screening hosts receive a companion guide with discussion questions, planning and outreach resources, technical guidance, and action ideas designed to help turn conversation into response.
Mini-grants of up to $250 are also available to help support public screenings and accompanying conversations or panel discussions, including basic event costs.
Learn more, sign up to host a screening, or request mini-grant support at www.workinghungry.org.
Help bring people together to better understand student hunger—and identify what campuses and communities can do about it.