Young leaders ages 15-20 and their adult advisors engaged in urban and rural agriculture, community gardening, food security and environmental stewardship are encouraged to attend the conference. A team of youth and adults have designed interactive workshops, panel discussions, site visits and networking opportunities to provide participants of all ages with the tools to strengthen their own community-based programs while building a national network. Rooted in Community III will be held in Detroit, Michigan. Workshops will be held at the Belle Isle Nature Center on Detroit's island park. This includes lodging, meals, materials and transportation during the conference.
Limited scholarships are available.
The conference starts Friday, July 20th and ends Sunday July 22nd. All rights reserved.