Culturally Responsive? So Far, The Data Says Yes
At GBFB, we’re committed to addressing equity in food access through policy, partnerships, and providing nutritious and culturally preferred food across Eastern Massachusetts. That’s why we continue to listen to our network of agency partners to understand and respond to their clients’ needs and preferences.
Building upon data we collected in our statewide study, GBFB recently conducted a food preferences survey with our network of community partners. The survey, distributed in late March to early April 2023, sought to understand dietary factors, physical limitations, and cultural and seasonal preferences.
The study illuminated a variety of requested food preferences, including bok choy, plantains, yuca root, and masa corn flour. Based on that feedback, GBFB began acquiring increasing quantities of yuca root and masa flour. We then carefully mapped the location of our partners’ orders against Census 2020 demographic data to analyze whether these foods were reaching the intended communities—with promising results.
“GBFB is committed to addressing equity in food access through policy, partnerships, and providing nutritious and culturally preferred food across Eastern Massachusetts.”
This survey provided GBFB with valuable insights into clients’ needs and preferences and will help to guide our food acquisition and distribution. By understanding dietary factors, physical limitations, and cultural preferences, GBFB and our partner agencies can further tailor food distribution to meet the unique needs of individuals facing food insecurity.
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