Growing Food as Activism
Celina’s presentation begins by examining "Growing Food" with a social justice lens, explaining barriers for some people that restrict their access to growing food. She describes how community gardens make growing more accessible - but doesn't always address the systemic issues. She also examines the term "Activism.” For some communities of color, growing can be a form of activism. Celina lists common food movement terms and highlights a couple of food organizations throughout the US that address systemic barriers for persons of color. Celina Esekawu is the Garden and Wellness Coordinator for the Office of Sustainability and Healthy Start program at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She completed a Permaculture Design Course in 2016. Celina has hands-on gardening and farming experience in a variety of places including New York, Colorado, Ireland, Thailand, Nigeria, and Texas. She is passionate about food sovereignty for communities of color, ethnobotany, and healing through earth connection.
