Uplifting Tribal Youth Through Community Gardening

Tune in to the season two finale of Stocking the Pantry. In this episode, we dive deeper into the community garden conversation and explore how gardening can support Indigenous youth. Host Carlos sits down with three guests from Wisconsin to discuss food sovereignty, cultural preservation, and how extension programs can work together with local tribes.

We’d love to hear your insights and ideas about this episode. Share your thoughts below or use the reflection question to guide your response!

Food sovereignty emphasizes communities’ right to access healthy, culturally appropriate food and shape their food systems. Reflecting on how food sovereignty supports cultural preservation and community health, such as through traditional gardens and storytelling, how might educators weave these principles into their curriculum? What strategies could make these lessons relevant and impactful across diverse communities?