Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens

Presenting an engaging and insightful webinar, "Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens," where we'll explore the transformative power of inclusivity and representation in educational gardening programs. This session will dive into the importance of intentional representation, uncovering and addressing unexamined practices and celebrating the rich tapestry of cultural backgrounds within our school communities. Learn practical strategies to create a welcoming and inclusive garden space that honors and reflects the diverse identities of your students. From implementing multilingual labels and hosting cultural sharing sessions to planting global gardens with crops from around the world, we'll provide you with actionable steps to foster an environment where every child feels seen, valued, and empowered. Key Takeaways: The significance of representation and its impact on student learning and engagement. Identifying and addressing unexamined practices in school garden programs. Practical tips for incorporating representation and inclusivity in your garden. Heartfelt stories and real-life examples that highlight the importance of diversity in educational spaces. Actionable steps to create a culturally rich and inclusive garden environment.

Presenters will include:
- Honi Alexander, Program Director at Young Gardeners Program of Galveston's Own Farmers Market, Galveston, TX.

This live webinar is a part of the six month Growing School Garden Summit Webinar Series, featuring presentations from the March 2024 Growing School Gardens Summit, hosted by the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation in partnership with Life Lab and the SGSO Network. All presenters are compensated for sharing their expertise with our Network, generously funded by the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation.

This webinar will be recorded and archived on the Recording Library section of our Webinars page.