Mutual Aid as Radical Rural Community Care
Robert-John Hinojosa, Campaign Lead, SONG Power
Melissa Moore, Lowcountry Manager, Women's Rights and Empowerment Network
Milo Edwards, Youth Programs Specialist; PSY Youth Action Council Member, Washington State YHDP; Point Source Youth
Carrot Quinn, Volunteer Coordinator, Keeling Mutual Aid
Julia Terry, Co-Director; Statewide Programming, Choosing Our Roots
Everyone across the nation could benefit from learning how rural communities have historically, and continue to take care of themselves and one another, without adequate state and federal support. This session explores how rural communities are leveraging mutual aid to tackle food insecurity, access to transportation, housing, and broadband limitations.