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Justice requires a conscious, vigilant and active populace. Building towards food justice requires that we conduct public education campaigns to make communities aware of the impact of the current food system on our planet, our health and the economies of our communities. It requires that we provide local food–related models of what sustainability and justice might look like. These models must provide real ways that people can participate in growing, processing, distributing and selling healthy foods and realizing economic benefit from their efforts. They must provide communities with the opportunity to shape their food system and the policies driving it. - Malik Yakini, DBCFSN Founding member and Executive Director
All 4 sessions take place :
Sundays 11am-1pm
June 25, July 9, August 6, Sept 24
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Session 1: Exploring the Local Environment and Environmental Justice
• An introductory session at D-Town Farm in Rouge Park, Detroit, highlighting the unique environmental context and history of the area
• Guided tour of the farm, emphasizing the challenges, successes, and contributions of D-Town Farm to the community
• A group discussion on environmental justice issues specific to the local community and the Detroit Black population
• Participants engage in a hands-on activity identifying local environmental concerns & mapping community resources
Session 2: Policy Advocacy and Community Organizing
• Interactive workshop on local and regional policies affecting environmental justice, food sovereignty, and land sovereignty in Detroit and Rouge Park
• Highlights of the history of community organizing and local grassroots movements creating meaningful change
• Hands-on activity where participants analyze a relevant policy and strategize effective advocacy techniques
• Encourage participants to develop an action plan specific to Rouge Park, including collaboration with community organizations and stakeholders
Session 3: Sustainable Agriculture and Land Stewardship Practices at D-Town Farm
• Hands-on workshop on sustainable agriculture and land stewardship practices, taking advantage of the resources and expertise available at D-Town Farm
• Engage participants in practical activities such as planting, harvesting, composting, & building a raised bed
• Introduce regenerative farming techniques, including soil health, permaculture, and water conservation
• Encourage participants to share their experiences and insights regarding sustainable agriculture in an urban setting
Session 4: Collaborative Projects and Community Action at Rouge Park
• Facilitate a collaborative project planning session at D-Town Farm, centered on addressing environmental justice, food sovereignty, and land sovereignty at Rouge Park
• Participants form small groups and develop project proposals aligned with the local context and needs
• Provide guidance and support for participants to connect with local organizations, resources, and potential funding opportunities
• Conclude with a presentation session where groups share their project ideas and receive feedback from peers, facilitators, and representatives from D-Town Farm
We will take advantage of the unique location of D-Town Farm in Rouge Park, Detroit, to provide an immersive and place-based learning experience. Each session is designed to incorporate the specific resources and expertise available at the farm, promoting hands-on activities, discussions, and collaboration within the local environment. By focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities of the Rouge Park community, participants are empowered to develop projects and initiatives that are directly relevant and impactful to our local context.
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Nationally renowned artist, innovator, and activist Piper Carter is the Midwest Convener & Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator for Detroit Black Community Food Security Network. She represents DBCFSN with several partners focusing on environmental justice on a national and local level. Mama Piper represents DBCFSN on the board of the National Black Food Justice Alliance, as a leader on the Outreach Working Group for the Detroit People's Food Co-op, and Midwest Leadership Organizing Team for the Climate Justice Alliance. Visit this page regularly to stay up to date on our work.
Nationally renowned artist and activist, Piper Carter represents the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network with several partners focusing on environmental justice on a national and local level. Mama Piper represents DBCFSN on the board of the National Black Food Justice Alliance, as a leader on the Outreach Working Group for the Detroit People's Food Co-op, and Midwest Leadership Organizing Team for the Climate Justice Alliance. Visit this page regularly to stay up to date on our work
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Nationally renowned artist and activist, Piper Carter represents the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network with several partners focusing on environmental justice on a national and local level. Mama Piper represents DBCFSN on the board of the National Black Food Justice Alliance, as a leader on the Outreach Working Group for the Detroit People's Food Co-op, and Midwest Leadership Organizing Team for the Climate Justice Alliance. Visit this page regularly to stay up to date on our work
Nationally renowned artist and activist, Piper Carter represents the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network with several partners focusing on environmental justice on a national and local level. Mama Piper represents DBCFSN on the board of the National Black Food Justice Alliance, as a leader on the Outreach Working Group for the Detroit People's Food Co-op, and Midwest Leadership Organizing Team for the Climate Justice Alliance. Visit this page regularly to stay up to date on our work
Nationally renowned artist and activist, Piper Carter represents the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network with several partners focusing on environmental justice on a national and local level. Mama Piper represents DBCFSN on the board of the National Black Food Justice Alliance, as a leader on the Outreach Working Group for the Detroit People's Food Co-op, and Midwest Leadership Organizing Team for the Climate Justice Alliance. Visit this page regularly to stay up to date on our work
