Hello, all,
I promised that I would answer this request and find out
how they are using OSM.
It seems the organization is involved in food policy, specifically
providing expertise and technical tools to those involved in food policy
in cities.
They said they used OSM in a report "because we were discussing
new technology and how it is being used to improve the food system. We
discuss how these types of maps can be used to monitor a variety of
situations, from air pollution to even rates of depression. This helps
individuals become more aware of the environment which they live.
They also provided their mission statement:
"The New York City Food Policy Center at Hunter College develops
intersectoral, innovative and evidence-based solutions to preventing diet-
related diseases and promoting food security in New York and other cities.
The Center works with policy makers, community organizations, advocates
and the public to create healthier, more sustainable food environments and
to use food to promote community and economic development. Through
interdisciplinary research, policy analysis, evaluation and education, we
leverage the expertise and passion of the students, faculty and staff of
Hunter College. The Center aims to make New York a model for smart, fair
food policy."
Web site: <http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org/>http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org
I directed them to Learn OSM, because they wanted screen shots,
and Learn OSM has many on its web site.
Charlotte
Hi Charlotte,
Sorry about that! We used Open Street Map in our
report because we were discussing new technology
and how it is being used to improve the food
system. We discuss how these types of maps can
be used to monitor a variety of situations, from
air pollution to even rates of depression. This
helps individuals become more aware of the
environment which they live. Does that make more sense?
Best wishes,
Cameron
---
Cameron St. Germain
Research Associate, NYC Food Policy Center at Hunter College
401-533-2674
<mailto:came...@nycfoodpolicy.org>came...@nycfoodpolicy.org
On Wed, Jul 12, 2017 at 5:33 PM, Charlotte
Wolter <<mailto:techl...@techlady.com>techl...@techlady.com> wrote:
Cameron,
        I got that from your web site, but how did you use
the OSM photos? Is OpenStreetMap something that your
organization uses regularly? How do you use us?
Charlotte
At 07:33 AM 7/12/2017, you wrote:
Hi Charlotte,
Here is our mission statement and the link to
our website. I hope that provides all
information needed. Should you need anything
further, feel free to reach out with questions.
Mission Statement: The New York City Food
Policy Center at Hunter College develops
intersectoral, innovative and evidence-based
solutions to preventing diet-related diseases
and promoting food security in New York and
other cities.ÃÂ The Center works with policy
makers, community organizations, advocates and
the public to create healthier, more
sustainable food environments and to use food
to promote community and economic development.
Through interdisciplinary research, policy
analysis, evaluation and education, we leverage
the expertise and passion of the students,
faculty and staff of Hunter College. The Center
aims to make New York a model for smart, fair food policy.
Website: <http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org/>http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org/
Thank you!
Best,
Cameron St. Germain
Research Associate, NYC Food Policy Center at Hunter College
<tel:(401)%20533-2674>401-533-2674
<mailto:came...@nycfoodpolicy.org>came...@nycfoodpolicy.org
On Fri, Jul 7, 2017 at 11:15 AM, Charlotte
Wolter <<mailto:techl...@techlady.com>techl...@techlady.com> wrote:
Cameron,
à à à à à à à à I got your email because
I'm on the press list for OpenStreetMap (and I'm a retired journalist).
à à à à à à à à I think your best bet
for high-quality images is our training web
site, Learn OSM (<http://www.learnosm.org>
<http://www.learnosm.org>http://www.learnosm.org).
All the work there is public domain and free to use.
à à à à à à à à Could you tell me more
about the Food Policy Center? OpenStreetMap's
New York City group is very involved in local
projects. They might be able to help with any
mapping questions you have or provide support in
geographical analysis of food issues. Often,
OpenStreetMap organizes what we call mapathons,
group mapping sessions, usually around a particular issue.
à à à à à à à à Good luck on your current project.
Best wishes,
Charlotte Wolter
Dear OpenStreetMap,
I am a research associate and editor for
NYCFoodpolicy.org and for the syndicated
health column, Diet Detective. We are working
on a story on Health Technology and the Food
System, as well as a second report on feeding
urban populations (seeÃÆ
<http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org/new-report-health-tech-food-insecurity/>hereÃÆ
for the first report on hunger and tech).
Please send three high-resolution images of
your app and/or website byÃÆ tomorrowÃÆ
morning (Friday 7/7).7). If you are re unable
to we understand and will use screenshots instead. ÃÆ
Kind regards,
Cameron
---
Cameron St. Germain
Research Associate
Hunter College NYC Food Policy CenterÃÆ
<http://www.nycfoodpolicy.org/>NYCFoodpolicy.orgÃÆ
Twitter: @NYCfoodpolicy
Facebook: @NYCFoodPolicy
Instagram: nycfoodpolicy
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