GROWING, TOGETHER
The Citizen Farmers project is built around a mission and a group of experts intent on connecting gardening with the greater world
OUR STORY
Some cultural thinkers have made the observation that as as society in the digital age, we’ve never been more connected and more lonely at the same time. these opposing feelings seem like they would be mutually exclusive, however, we know from our experiences that they are not. Young people are reporting higher levels of loneliness and depression, sensations which the global pandemic only intensified.
Searching for purpose is one of the essential journeys of being a human. When we find a passion, it ignites out engagement, creativity and excitement to jump out of bed in the morning. Finding essence of belonging in a community is also an essential need for all people. To thrive, we all need a healthy balance of both belonging and purpose. Citizen Farmers offers both a place to build relationships and a common purpose to work together.
In learning the neutral processes of farming, young people uncover timeless life lessons and virtues that serve deep into adulthood. Whether Citizen Farmer students grow their own food after the program or not, they will emerge having gained new friendships, a deeper understanding of an appreciation for farming and a clearer sense of how to make a positive impact in their world.
OUR TEAM
Citizen Farmers cultivates a vibrant community culture by engaging people of all ages to connect more deeply with their food, community and self through stewardship of the land.
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Abdullah Rothman
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Gia Rutledge
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Jenna Mobley
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Mark Boswell
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Stephanie Bernstein
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Zahra Kassam
A NETWORK OF PARTNERS
Citizen Farmers is passionate about cultivating partnerships to expand the collective impact we can have by working together. Here is a list of a few of our founding partners.
WHAT’S NEW
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Inspiring The Next Generation And A Regenerative Society With Laura Turner Seydel
August 26, 2021
Farmer D and Laura Turner Seydel take a holistic look at what a regenerative society would look like.
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Farming the Agrihood With Clayton Garrett
August 12, 2021
In this episode, Farmer D and Clayton Garrett get down to business discussing the ins and outs of running an agriculture development community.
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Cooking Up A New Recipe For Hospitality Rooted In Biodynamic Farming and Heritage Crops With Tyler Brown
July 29, 2021
Farmer D and Tyler Brown discuss a Chef's vision for an agrarian future.
Talk to our experts today to learn how Citizen Farmers Academy can help you develop your own learning program.