Xavier university of louisiana food access education and training (xula F.A.T.E.)

Group of eight people standing in front of a city hall, holding certificates and smiling, with city hall entrance behind them.

Xavier University Food Advocacy Training and Education (XULA F.A.T.E.) program is a food policy leadership training that develops leaders capable of guiding change within their communities and advocating for their food needs. With the leadership of Dr. Megan Knapp and New Orleans FPC, Xavier students discuss the local food system and food policy, learn from local food advocates, education and professionals, advocate for campus wide food access programs, spread awareness on college hunger on and off campus, and engage with local policy makers. 

Listen to the Your Lived Experience is Enough episode of the Be loud podcast which features Sean Benton and Meah Poret sharing their reflections on how college students can advocate for food justice.

XULA F.A.T.E. Activities

  • Three men standing on a grassy area in front of the Empire State Building, all crossing their arms and smiling at the camera. They are wearing matching orange and navy blue sports shirts.

    Visit the Louisiana State Capitol during the state legislative session.

  • A diverse group of women smiling and holding brochures titled 'Freedom Farmers' in an indoor setting, some wearing glasses and masks.

    Learn from local and national food system organizations and leaders.

  • Group of people gathered in a large room, standing behind a table with brown paper gift bags, all making an 'X' with their arms crossed.

    Engage campus stakeholders on food access programs and activities.

  • A group of people standing on a stage in a government or official setting, with a seal and flags behind them, participating in a formal event or ceremony.

    Interact with city officials on college hunger initiatives. 

This program is proudly sponsored by New Orleans Food Policy Council (FPC), National Black Food and Justice Alliance (NBFJA), and Dr. Megan Knapp of Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA). Questions? Reach out to New Orleans FPC regional director, Samantha Fleurinor at samantha@nolafoodpolicy.org for more information.