Food for Thought Festival Survey

Please take this quick survey to let us know what YOU would like to see at this event!

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* 1. Are you aware that Salem has a Food Policy Council dedicated to improving Salem residents' access to healthy foods?

Yes

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* 2. What do you think are the biggest food-related concerns in Salem? Choose all that apply.

Residents don't have enough to eat.

It's difficult for residents to access fresh fruits and vegetables

Residents choose to eat unhealthy foods.

Residents waste food (i.e. they buy more food than they actually use)

Residents need more garden space to grow their own food.

Residents don't have enough time to prepare healthy meals.

I don't think there are any concerns relating to food in Salem.

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Which of the following do you think is useful in improving food resources in Salem? (check all that apply)

Tips on budgeting your finances

Information on healthy eating and cooking habits

Access to transportation

Access to childcare

Free healthy cooking classes and recipes

Access to Farmers' Markets

Other (please specify)

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* 4. What is your/your family’s favorite cultural dish to enjoy eating at home?

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* 5. Why is this dish important to you/your family?

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* 6. Check the top 3 factors that influence what you eat at home.

Family

Price

Availability

Education

Friends

Advertising/trends

Special nutrition needs (gluten free, lactose intolerant, etc.)

Weight loss

Convenience

Family members' preferences

Seasonality

Taste

Locally grown

Nutritious

Brand name

Certified organic

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What activities would you be most interested in attending at the Food for Thought Festival? Choose all that apply.

Cooking demonstrations

Learning how to compost

Gardening activities

Food-related art activities

Bee-keeping demonstrations

Learning how to reduce food waste

Watching a film about food insecurity

Attending a free, catered community meal

Nutrition education