Across the world, farmers and food justice advocates are pushing back against broken food systems and building new paths rooted in dignity, sovereignty, and resilience.

Last year, Food First launched The WriteShop Project to gather these powerful stories — from farmers practicing regenerative agriculture to organizers fighting for food sovereignty in the Global South and the U.S.

In this animated preview, you’ll hear the voices of Aldo Rojas, Minerva Castro, Karen Washington, Ana Maria, and Fernando Fernandez as they share glimpses of their struggles, hopes, and visions for a just food future.

Note: While direct quotes are featured, voice actors were recorded to ensure sound quality.

Drawn By: Arianna Gilligan, @drawnbyarianna

Script By: Clayton Gilligan

Animation By: Clayton Gilligan