Jessica Gilbert is a PhD Candidate in the University at Buffalo’s Department of Geography and a research associate at Partnership for the Public Good. Her research focuses on food justice and the just transition broadly and reflects and supports the priorities of the Crossroads Coalition. In addition, through her roles both at PPG and as a PhD Candidate, Jessica supports the campaign to bring the Good Food Purchasing Program to WNY both by working with Crossroads and by supporting the Good Food Buffalo Coalition, where she is helping to guide policy research and advocacy. When Jessica is not working, she can usually be found exploring the various state and county parks of the WNY region.
