The New Neighborhood
Welcome to the New Neighborhood, a limited series podcast that explores some of the dramatic changes taking place across the country as people work to reinforce a sense of community, support young children and families, and work to build equity within communities. Each episode features emerging innovations that will create a society where all children and their families can thrive.
The New Neighborhood
Early Childhood Work Grounded in Place and Culture on the Navajo Nation
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Center for the Study of Social Policy
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Season 2
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Episode 5
On the Navajo Nation reservation in New Mexico, Zach Ben and his wife recently founded a social enterprise baby food company producing traditional Navajo foods. Zach shares about Bidii Baby Foods, the BEN Initiative, and how an embrace of traditional ways has enhanced his experience as a new father.
SHOW NOTES:
- Bidii Baby Foods: https://www.bidiibabyfoods.org/ and on Instagram at: @bidiibabyfoods
- Learn about indigenous people and languages in your area of North America, historically and today: https://native-land.ca/