So, What is Foodie4AccessCLT
So, now that you understand the original
concept behind F4A, now I bet you are asking why then is there something
called Foodie4AccessCLT (F4ACLT)?
Foodie4AccessCLT is a
nonprofit that focuses on maximizing the number of people with disabilities who
attend educational, social and cultural events, as well as participate in
great, accessible food destinations in Charlotte, North Carolina. F4ACLT works
with local disability advocates, disability-related nonprofits or other groups
to increase the number of people with disabilities, or families with a child
with a disability) who get out to eat, learn and connect about town to
discuss all things foodie, social, accessible and/or cultural.
You don't have to have a specific disability to be a part of F4ACLT. We welcome anyone who wants to be a part of a growing group of consciously aware people who celebrate inclusion, connection, and empowerment for all people, including those who have a disability.
The blog will follow
along as I go to fantastic restaurants run by great chefs and their staff, who
get the big picture of inclusion. We will be a part of social events around
town, philanthropic efforts to raise funds for outings or donate necessities to help others, and
community focused gatherings. We want to talk to those of you who want to make
a difference in Charlotte; who want to see the community of people with
disabilities strong, connected and involved in their community.
The ultimate purpose of
F4ACLT is to eat great food, support each other in our endeavors, and celebrate
all of who we are on this journey of life.
Hello, Judith! We talked back in 2012 when you contacted me to request a copy of the ACCESS North Carolina travel guide. You also told me about The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar, and I have eaten there several times in Raleigh -- very yummy! :) I now work as a Systems Change Manager at the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD), where I coordinate NC ADA Network activities. One of our grassroots groups, the Self Advocates of Mecklenburg, wants to do an ADA project involving how accessible restaurant menus are, and I thought you might be interested in this project. Please contact me at Philip.c.woodward@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 919-518-9525 for more information. Thank you very much, and I hope to hear from you very soon! :)
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