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The '''World Central Kitchen''' operates in countries affected by humanitarian crisis and chronic food insecurity. It was founded by the internationally known chef and social activist, [[Jose' Andre's]]. The creation of WCK was inspired by the a recent collaboration with [[Solar For Hope]] providing earthquake relief in [[Haiti]]. |
The '''World Central Kitchen''' operates in countries affected by humanitarian crisis and chronic food insecurity. It was founded by the internationally known chef and social activist, [[Jose' Andre's]]. The creation of WCK was inspired by the a recent collaboration with [[Solar For Hope]] providing earthquake relief in [[Haiti]]. |
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The World Central Kitchen operates in countries affected by humanitarian crisis and chronic food insecurity. It was founded by the internationally known chef and social activist, Jose' Andre's. The creation of WCK was inspired by the a recent collaboration with Solar For Hope providing earthquake relief in Haiti.
Their efforts focus on feeding vulnerable people, supporting the local agricultural economy through local food purchases, and promoting nutritious foods, recipes, and environmentally sustainable cooking fuels and technologies.
News and recent developments
- April 2010: A Solar For Hope team headed for Haiti to help provide earthquake relief. As part of their efforts, they distributed ten AlSol 1.4 parabolic solar cookers. The package included accessories and equipment for cooking with retained heat, and also workshop training for preparation of indigenous foods. Noted international chef and social activist, Jose' Andre's, was part of the team that also included writers, environmental activists, and members of Engineers Without Borders.
See also
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