North Carolina is a fast-growing state and a national leader in business as well as agriculture. Meanwhile, amid these success stories, hunger persists in all areas of the state. Food insecurity, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, affects residents from urban tech hubs to the remote areas of the mountains and coast. Resilience is a film that explores the challenge of food access in North Carolina and how everyday heroes are working to strengthen food system resilience in local communities.

After the film, there will be a panel discussion moderated by the director of the film, Chris Baucom, to discuss issues highlighted in the film. Discussion from regional and local leaders will expand on what is being done along with the work ahead to address food insecurity issues in Randolph County and the surrounding region and will include discussions of the status of the Farm Food and Family Education Center to be located in Asheboro.