Breaking Bread and Barriers: Tackling Food Insecurity with Dignity and Justice
S:US is proud to spotlight Mike Hollis, Vice President of Community Food Security, who was recently featured on DSP Talk’s podcast episode Breaking Bread and Barriers: Tackling Food Insecurity with Dignity and Justice.
With over two decades of experience in food systems and urban agriculture, Mike Hollis brings deep expertise to his role at S:US. In the podcast interview, he emphasized that food insecurity is not just about hunger—it’s about stress, limited choices, and the erosion of health and community wellbeing. He explained how food insecurity is intertwined with housing instability, employment challenges, and healthcare disparities, creating cycles that perpetuate inequity.
Mike’s vision aligns with S:US’ mission to transform lives and communities by addressing the root causes of poverty, homelessness, and inequity. His leadership in community food security ensures that S:US continues to innovate, linking food access with housing, wellness, treatment, and recovery services, while advocating for systemic change.
By amplifying voices like Mike’s, S:US reaffirms its commitment to building a more equitable New York where every individual has access to nutritious food and the dignity of choice.
Mike Hollis
“The real face of food insecurity isn’t just hunger; it’s that stress, it’s the limited choices… A hunger-free city isn’t just one with more food, it’s one with more justice.”
—Mike Hollis
