WANDA Launches Cook for the Culture

Originally published on June 30, 2020

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

In providing greater support during the COVID-19 pandemic, the WANDA Academy launches Cook for the Culture, 6-week online cooking, and wellness program for women and their families in the District of Columbia who are in Ward 7 and 8 receiving Medicaid are a priority.

With cultural cooking demos, a supportive community, and weekly coaching, women will remix their recipes, create a self-care plan, and develop a community cookbook.

Guided by trained dietitians, nutritionists, and public health professionals, the WANDA Academy follows a holistic framework that centers intersectionality. The application is available at bit.ly/wanda2020.