The Re-Seasoning Coalition

Published purpose

Through this 21-month systemic change project, The Re-Seasoning Coalition (TRSC) will help advance the economic security and prosperity, and representation in leadership and decision-making roles for Black women in the foodservice industry. To do so, the project will conduct race-based research; develop an e-learning program (ELP) for industry leaders to learn about equity, anti-Black racism, and how to improve processes of promotion, recruitment, and retention of Black women; and promote the ELP at industry conferences and through partner networks. TRSC will also publish a content series that challenges stereotypes and highlights Black women in foodservice, host conferences for knowledge sharing, and connect Black women to industry leaders, recruiters, and mentors to build opportunities for advancement. An external evaluator will measure and assess the impact of this systemic change project. Supplemental funding will enable The Re-Seasoning Coalition to coordinate and execute networking events to reach the project’s intended target group and facilitate the connection between members of the Black community and the food service industry. Targeted networking events will result in an increase in representation of Black women in food service as well as promote leadership opportunities for Black women in the industry.