Slow Food USA Mission

Slow Food USA Mission

Recognizing that the enjoyment of wholesome food is essential to the pursuit of happiness, Slow Food USA is an educational organization dedicated to the stewardship of the land and ecologically sound food production; to the revival of the kitchen and the table as centers of pleasure, culture and community; to the invigoration and proliferation of regional, seasonal culinary traditions; and to living a slower and more harmonious rhythm of life.

Guiding Values:

Sustainability

Recognizing the interdependence of people with one another and with our environment
Caring for the land and protecting biodiversity for today’s communities and future generations
Promoting pure food that is local, seasonal and organically grown

Cultural Diversity

Recognizing food as a language that expresses cultural diversity
Preserving the myriad traditions of the table
Cultivating and reinvigorating a sense of community and place

Pleasure and Quality in Everyday Life

Celebrating the diverse expressions of our earth’s bounty
Appreciating and encouraging creativity, passion and beauty
Respecting and supporting artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food

Inclusiveness

Following democratic principles in a spirit of sharing and service
Educating members and others about Slow Food’s mission
Dedicating ourselves to local cooperation and global collaboration

Authenticity and Integrity

Insuring our values are embodied by all staff, board members and convivium leaders
Manifesting these values in all of our events, projects and publications
Committing ourselves to partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizations

Slow Food Long Island - Education

http://www.slowfoodusa.org/education/projects.html