We are committed to justice and equity, to listening and learning, to action and advocacy, and we know that food justice and health equity are only possible when we achieve racial equity. Therefore, we have comprised a list of educational tools including books we’re reading, podcasts, films and documentaries, and great resources to start the conversation of equity with the kids.
Podcasts & Resources to inspire hope and change for our community:
As part of our commitment to food justice and health equity, we have formed the Olivewood Book Club that will focus on the voices and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities; food justice and racial equity; and moving education to action.
Book #4:
“Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?”
by Beverly Daniel Tatum, PhD
“Fresh Fruit, Broken Bodies: Migrant Farm Workers in the United States” by Seth M. Holmes
Book #2:
“The Color of Food: Stories of Race, Resilience, and Farming” by Natasha Bowens
Book #1:
“Farming While Black” by Leah Penniman of Soul Fire Farm.

Resources for understanding how systemic inequities came to be and are perpetuated:
Podcasts
Films
Talls and Smalls – November 7th, 2025
Garden Explorers November: 5 Senses
Chefcitos – November 8th, 2025 (10AM) – SOLD OUT