Name
Creating Culturally Grounded Youth Experiences
Date & Time
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Speakers
Ayanna Burroughs, Westside Atlanta Charter School
Rafael Riascos, Purpose Built Schools Urban Agriculture Program
Ayanna Burroughs
Description

Creating Culturally Grounded Youth Experiences explores the development and implementation of farm to school programs that aim to honor the cultural histories of students by teaching growing and cooking skills rooted in their ancestral traditions. Attendees will learn the historical significance of Afro-Indigenous agricultural techniques, how to incorporate these practices into educational gardens, and the benefits of such an approach in fostering a sense of identity and community among students.

Location Name
C107
Full Address
Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW
Building C
Atlanta, GA 30313
United States
Session Type
Class/Lecture
Area of Region
Georgia
Topics
Black Farmer Prosperity, Community Food Strategies, Youth Engagement
Audience
Community Partners, Educators