Harvesting health through urban farming
Akshita Siddula
In this compelling talk, Akshita Siddula explores the transformative power of urban farming. Beyond combating personal burnout, she unveils its profound influence on societal issues like racial disparities and urban food deserts. Siddula fervently promotes a reconnection with the land, advocating for healthier lifestyles and enhanced community well-being through urban farming. This comprehensive journey extends beyond food production, nurturing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Join her in rediscovering a deliberate pace of life and a profound connection with our surroundings—a life-altering encounter with far-reaching effects on our collective welfare.
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Akshita Siddula is a community organiser and public health professional based in Baltimore, USA. She is currently serving as the Executive Director of The 6th Branch, a nonprofit organisation that transforms vacant lots into productive green spaces such as parks, playgrounds, and urban farms. She holds an MS in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University and a BS and BA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and is a Global Atlantic Fellow.
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