Gardening Gardening is a popular policy, system and environmental change strategy. Gardens promote an active lifestyle and increase access to fruits and vegetables. Comprehensive programming incorporates direct education using garden-enhanced nutrition curriculum. Learn More Youth Engagement Supporting the capacity of youth as leaders for health, CalFresh Healthy Living, UC youth engagement strategies empower young people from underserved communities to lead efforts that improve the environments where they live, play, eat, shop, and learn. Learn More Physical Activity Physical Activity is a key component of CalFresh Healthy Living, University of California (CFHL, UC) programming because it directly supports the program's goal of promoting healthy lifestyles and improving health outcomes for participants. Learn More School Wellness Policy CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE teams support schools in the development, assessment, strengthening, and implementation of federally mandated Local School Wellness Policies that promote student health, well-being, and ability to learn. Learn More Healthy School Food CFHL, UC’s Healthy School Food Initiative explores the ways in which CFHL, UC can support PSE changes in school and ECE environments that promote consumption and enjoyment of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Learn More Community Engagement Focusing on intentional, authentic work with the community to build on local strengths and elevate local issues in support of health, CalFresh Healthy Living, UC seeks authentic community engagement, centering local voice through asset-based approaches. Learn More
