The mission of Slow Food Nation is to bring together leaders and social activists who are committed to forging a sustainable food system. By creating a framework for a deeper environmental connection to our food, participants will learn how everyday choices affect our well-being, our culture and the health of the planet.

Description:
The world’s most pressing questions regarding health, culture, the environment, education, social justice and the global economy are all deeply connected to the food we eat and how it is produced. Over Labor Day Weekend (August 29 to September 1, 2008) Slow Food Nation will transform San Francisco’s Civic Center and Fort Mason as tens of thousands of local citizens and visitors, farmers and food artisans, political leaders, environmental advocates and health-care experts, educators and artists, and parents and children gather to experience the largest celebration of food San Francisco has ever witnessed. It will offer activities for all ages, including food, music, talks, forums, workshops, films and exhibits, all highlighting food that supports an agricultural system that is good, clean and fair.

History:
Slow Food Nation is a subsidiary non-profit of Slow Food USA and part of the international Slow Food movement. It was created to organize the first-ever American collaborative gathering to unite the growing sustainable food movement and introduce thousands of people to food that is good, clean and fair. The first annual event of Slow Food Nation takes place on Labor Day 2008 in San Francisco with enjoyable, accessible and educational activities for all Americans. Slow Food Nation is dedicated to creating a framework for deeper environmental connection to our food and aims to inspire and empower Americans to build a food system that is sustainable, healthy and delicious.

Contact person: Anna Fleishman, Program Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Address:

609 Mission Street, 3rd Floor San Francisco, CA 94105 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.slowfoodnation.org

Directions:

Mission Street is located in the South of Market area (SoMA) of downtown San Francisco, between Market Street and Howard Street. Our offices are located on the south side of the street, between 3rd Street and 2nd Street.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: BART, Montgomery Station,   Walk distance (in minutes): 2   Nearest Bus Stop: Mission Lines, 2nd Street, 0 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Italian, Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18 preferred
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	Yes