Wednesday, June 12th 2024
(130 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208) & Virtual
Co-Presented By Our Hunger Prevention Champions:
Leah Egnaczyk
Sycamore Collaborative
Leah Egnaczyk is the Manager for Urban Farms of the Sycamore Collaborative, where they oversee the programs and operations of 2.4 acres of community urban farming in the Upper State Street, Vale, and Hamilton Hill neighborhoods of Schenectady. Leah started working in agriculture for Cornell Cooperative Extension in 2013 for the Roots & Wisdom Program. From there, they interned at the Vale Urban Farm studying herbalism in the apothecary gardens, and eventually joined the farm staff in 2020 under Schenectady Urban Farms. A Schenectady native and passionate about the city they grew up in, they see the growth that has happened over the years and the work that is yet to come. Leah pursued undergraduate studies in Wellness and Alternative Medicine at Northern Vermont University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree.
Speaking In:
Improved Health Outcomes and Increase Food Access through Growing Food
Explore how cultivating gardens and community farms can enhance community health and nutrition. Learn from experts about the transformative impact of growing food on local economies, school, and food security. Discover innovative strategies for promoting healthy eating habits and empowering individuals to become food producers. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the intersection of agriculture, health, and community development in fostering a healthier and more sustainable future.
Moderator
12:00 p.m.
Armory 230
Opportunities for Food Systems Collaboration
The presenters on this panel engage in innovative advocacy efforts to affect policy change through the formation and engagement of their food-security councils, coalitions, and networks. Hear about the ways in which each approaches the relationship- and trust-building that allow for the most effective collaborations locally and across the state.
Moderator
2:00 p.m.
Froman 101
Wednesday, June 12th 2024
(130 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208) & Virtual
Co-Presented By Our Hunger Prevention Champions:
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