Perceptions and experiences of Universal School Meals in California: Qualitative insights from school food service directors on participation, stigma, and operational benefits and challenges

Authors

Leah Elizabeth Chapman, Department of Nutrition, Merrimack CollegeFollow
Wendi Gosliner, Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California
Deborah A. Olarte, Merrimack CollegeFollow
Lorrene D. Ritchie, Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California
Marlene B. Schwartz, Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, University of Connecticut
Michele Polacsek, Center for Excellence in Public Health, University of New England
Christina E. Hecht, Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California
Kenneth Hecht, Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California
Lindsey Turner, Center for School and Community Partnerships, Boise State University
Anisha I. Patel, Division of General Pediatrics, Stanford University
Monica Daniela Zuercher, Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California
Margaret Read, Partnership for a Healthier America, Prince Frederick, MD
Tara P. Daly, Center for Health Inclusion, Research, and Practice (CHIRP), Merrimack CollegeFollow
Juliana F.W. Cohen, Center for Health Inclusion, Research and Practice (CHIRP), Merrimack CollegeFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Publication Date

12-1-2024