Tanya Kerssen is a Author, researcher, educator, strategist, and communicator specializing in food systems change at Real Food Media. She possess expertise in research, policy analysis, grant writing, academic writing, web content management and 37 more skills. Colleagues describe her as "I continue to be in awe of the knowledge, commitment and enthusiasm Tanya demonstrates in her love of justice. Her store of experiences continues to expand, and her influence touches all of us who care deeply about "right relationships." Tanya tackles projects with intelligence and passion and is impressive by any standard. I have known her for close to 10 years. She is at once teacher, seeker and companion on life's journey. She's always a top choice!!", "Tanya and I worked closely together on many reports and articles concerning the struggles of peasant farmers in Africa and Latin America. She helped clarify my positions in writing papers, reports, newsletters, and book chapters. I learned a great deal from Tanya and had a lot of fun through these collaborations.", and "Tanya was an excellent boss and incisive leader on our research projects at Food First. As a researcher and writer, I admire how she pairs critical analysis with action, plugging into social movements abroad and at home. She is a true activist scholar; anyone looking to work with her should jump at the chance to do so!"