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Connecting Mothers with Farmers: Project MANNA | Moms on Mondays

13 min · 29. sep. 2025
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Summary In this episode of the Growing Stronger Together podcast, host Dr. Karen Schetzina speaks with Aliyah Smith-Gomis about Project MANNA, a community-based initiative aimed at connecting Black mothers in Appalachia with local Black farmers to provide access to fresh, nutritious foods. The conversation explores Aliyah's background in public health, the importance of nutrition for maternal health, and the goals of Project MANNA to address disparities in health outcomes for Black women. Aliyah shares her personal experiences that inspired the project and discusses future aspirations for its growth and impact in the region. If you would like to learn more about Project MANNA, please email or check out our socials! Email: ProjectManna@outlook.com [ProjectManna@outlook.com] Instagram: @ProjectManna_

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