Volunteer Spotlight
Jan Corderman, Iowa Volunteer
“I'm a farmer's daughter. Growing up on a farm, I've seen firsthand the changes in the way we
grow our food — and how the influence of corporations and Big Ag is threatening the safety of that food.” Jan, a member of Food & Water Watch and Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom, says tabling with us on food policy issues is one of her favorite ways to get involved. “Everybody brings their kids and their pets. It’s the vibe and the relaxed time together,” she said. “Sharing, being with people, checking out what everybody else has got going on, and everybody stopping by where you are.” Small moments of connection like these are some of the most joyous parts of our work on the ground. They’re also critical for building the relationships and power we need to bring about real change. Every conversation and every action can contribute to victories that snowball into even bigger wins.
Food & Water volunteers gathered on Zoom for the third annual Volunteer Convergence.
My favorite part of the convergence was being with a lot of people who are as passionate about protect- ing the environment as I am!
– Volunteer Leader in Michigan Katie Olsson
Jan enjoys tabling at farmers markets to spread the word about the harms of Iowa’s factory farms.
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