...By teaching children to farm
As the Senior Director of Programs and Policy for the National Farm to School Network, Krystal Oriadha leads efforts to connect all communities to holding power in a racially just food system. The National Farm to School Network works to advocate for programs and policies that will allow ALL children, in all school settings across the US, DC and US territories to have access to farm to school programs that enrich their connection to the local community, farmers, and food producers while also providing an unforgettable, hands-on learning experience. As many of our conversations seem to go, we find that the first step in any equity work is to begin with ourself and how we as individuals have internalized systems of oppression. Tune in to hear Krystals first hand experience in changing the world from the inside out, and how you can be a part of this change too.
“My vision for the future is one where someone like myself can fully exist. When I say that I mean, no matter your gender, race, sexual orientation, education, that you have full access to the same things, including happiness as you define it and the power to create the best version of your life.”
Resources:
Website: http://www.farmtoschool.org/ (sign their commitment form to pledge your support)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationalFarmtoSchoolNetwork/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmtoSchool
Krystal Twitter: https://twitter.com/KrystalOriadha
Krystals Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krystaloriadha/
