Urban Growers Collective Circular Economy Discussion & Optional Farm Tour

Join us for an incredible opportunity to learn about circular economies, community empowerment, and a founder's journey in this unique, two-part event! Erika Allen, founder and CEO of the Urban Growers Collective and the Green Era biodigester located on the South Side, will join us for a webinar in Part 1, and in Part 2, you will have the opportunity to see her leadership at work at the Urban Growers Collective's South Side Farm.

Part 1: Friday, May 15 12-1 PM (Zoom)

Erika will join us for a virtual chat during which she will share her journey, rich with themes of the circular economy, just access to capital, and the challenges of netting social returns in the VC arena. Following her short overview of the work she leads, Erika will take audience questions in a two-way dialogue.

Part 2: Saturday, May 23 9AM-12PM (Urban Grower Collective's South Chicago Farm)

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of a vibrant and abundant urban farm in South Chicago. You will get to stroll through the farm and discover how UGC optimizes urban spaces to grow an abundance of fresh produce for the community. 

After the tour, UGC will host an optional volunteering session, during which you will learn hands-on about everything from planting seeds, weeding, and transplanting seedlings to nurturing plants. There are plenty of tasks suited to different skill levels and physical abilities. Not only will you be actively contributing to the farm, but you’ll be making a meaningful impact on the local community. 

Note that in order to register for the Farm Tour and volunteer event, you MUST register directly with UGC at the following link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/university-of-chicago-volunteer-day-tickets-1988562727649?aff=oddtdtcreator 

[Space is limited for the volunteer experience so please complete the external registration at your earlierst convenience to confirm your spot if you would like to participate in this portion]

The Rustandy Center has generously agreed to subsidize rideshare passes to enable participation. Details will follow to registered attendees.
 

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