Toward a More Diverse and Equitable Food Distribution System: Amplifying Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Food Bank Operations

• 成果类型: Article
• 署名作者: Hamilton, Mikaya; Morrow, Benjamin F.; Davis, Lauren B.; Morgan, Shona; Ivy, Julie S.; Jiang, Steven; Chi, Min; Hilliard, Kyle
• 署名单位: University of North Carolina; North Carolina A&T State University; University of North Carolina; North Carolina A&T State University; University of Michigan System; University of Michigan; North Carolina State University
• 刊物名称: PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
• ISSN/ISSBN: 1059-1478
• DOI: 10.1177/10591478241252691
• 发表日期: 2025
• 页码: 643-655
• 关键词: food insecurity; hunger relief; culturally relevant food; equity

摘要

This article provides an evidence-based discussion of an ongoing effort within the operations of hunger relief organizations to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by sourcing and distributing more culturally relevant food. Through nearly 100 interviews with food bank personnel in diverse roles (from partner agency relations to executives) representing various regions of the United States, we explore the challenges faced by different functional units within the organization. These interviews indicate a shift to more inclusive language, more personalized metrics, and more inclusive operations. We critically analyze the related literature and identify opportunities for infusing DEI practices in the study of hunger relief supply chains.