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S t u d e n t H a n d o u tK e y G r o u p R o l e sIndividuals bring different strengths to the collective when they are workingtogether to make a change. In order for a group to function effectively, memberstake on different key roles depending on the group’s needs and their individualskills.SomekOtherf‘‘Some❉Otherspeople are the creative force, helping the group envisionall that is possible and moving the focus from what is to whatcould be.people are skilled at researching a topic and figuring outways to convey knowledge in a clear, accurate manner.are action-oriented, bringing practical strategies to thegroup and making sure it keeps moving forward.are skilled at human relations, making sure everyone isheard and strengthening the interactions among members ofthe group.Write a brief paragraph describing the skills and strengths you bring to a group.9 2F o o d , I n c . D I S C U S S I O N G U I D E© P a r t i c i p a n t M e d i a
Things You Can DoYo u c a n vot e to c h a n g e t h i s syst e m . T h r e e t i m e s a day.• Buy from companies that treat workers, animals, and the environment withrespect.• When you go to the supermarket, choose foods that are in season. Buy foodsthat are organic. Know what’s in your food. Read labels.• The average meal travels 1,500 miles from the farm to the supermarket. Buyfoods that are grown locally. Shop at farmers’ markets. Plant a garden. (Even asmall one.)• Cook a meal with your family and eat together.• Everyone has a right to healthy food. Make sure your farmers’ market takesfood stamps. Ask your school board to provide healthy school lunches.• The FDA and USDA are supposed to protect you and your family. Tell Congressto enforce food safety standards and re-introduce Kevin’s Law.• If you say grace, ask for food that will keep us and the planet healthy. You canchange the world with every bite.H u n g r y f o r c h a n g e ? G o t o ta k e p a r t. c o m / f o o d i n c .9 3F o o d , I n c . D I S C U S S I O N G U I D E© P a r t i c i p a n t M e d i a
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