Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)

WHAT IS EFNEP?

Since 1969, the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) has successfully addressed critical societal concerns by employing paraprofessional staff and influencing nutrition and physical activity behaviors of low-income families, particularly those with young children. Through a community-based, relationship-driven, hands-on educational approach, EFNEP has directly impacted economic, obesity, and food insecurity challenges that hinder the nutritional health and well-being of this nation

PROGRAM REACH

Collectively, 76 Land-grant Universities conduct EFNEP and reach roughly 200,000 low-income adults and 450,000 low-income youth in rural and urban communities each year through Cooperative Extension. EFNEP is available in all states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.

PROGRAM TARGETS

Diet quality and physical activity
Food resource management
Food safety
Food security

Southern University's EFNEP program targets youth and parents, employing an integrated family education approach, emphasizing teachable moments, involving the entire family in meal planning, and providing necessary resources like workspace, internet, and copy services. Primary audiences include low-income families with young children and youth, with delivery in after-school care programs, Head Start, community centers, and faith-based groups. Program methods include group teaching, in-home nutrition notes, and interactive cooking sessions. Geographic coverage includes Louisiana parishes such as Avoyelles, Evangeline, and Rapides.

For more information, contact:

Joshua B. McDonald, MPA
Nutrition Education Programs Coordinator and Extension Associate (SNAP-Ed & EFNEP)
State Office (EBR)
P.O. Box 10010
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Office: (225) 771-4302
Email: joshua_mcdonald@suagcenter.com
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