Many parts of Los Angeles are food deserts - communities where people lack access to affordable, healthy food, as well as knowledge of what kinds of food are healthy or unhealthy. At the same time, these communities often have plots of unused land - yards, vacant lots, curbside grass strips - that can be used to grow food that's fresh, organic or unsprayed, and nutritious. Jamiah E. Hargins is the founder of Crop Swap LA, an urban agriculture nonprofit that's determined to close the gap. Crop Swap LA aims to grow food on unused spaces, creating green jobs, independent economies, and nutrient-dense food. Jamiah will present on the Crop Swap LA movement and his method of compassionate, inclusive leadership.
Jamiah is a member of BREAUX Capital, a financial technology company focused on Black millennial men who launch and invest in each other's businesses. He began his career as a stock and equity options trader, corporate headhunter, and nonprofit program leader. A graduate of the African American Board Leadership Institute, the University of Chicago, and Columbia University, he is the father of a 3-year-old little girl, husband to a school administrator, and a practicing Taoist. ICUJP Board members: Please stay on after the Forum for the June meeting. ----- Start your morning with us! Reflection: Gerald Collins * Link to this week's agenda. * ** Meetings begin promptly at 7:30 am Pacific. ** ----- Here's how to join the online meeting:To join by video conference, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. Click on the link to join the meeting and then enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You'll be able to see slides and video, as well as speakers and other attendees. If you prefer to join by phone, you'll be prompted to enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You won't be able to see the visuals or attendees, but you can view them on the meeting video recording afterward. If you're new to Zoom and would like to use the video option, we recommend you download the app well ahead of time. ICUJP Friday Forum 06/18/21 Option 1: Join videoconference here Option 2: Dial in by phone only: (To find a dial-in number closer to you, go here.) ----- Please note: Our Friday Forums and other events are open to the public. By attending, you consent to having your voice and likeness recorded, photographed, posted on ICUJP's website and social media, and included in ICUJP materials and publications for noncommercial purposes. If you don't want to be photographed or recorded, please let the facilitator know. FRIDAY FORUMS JUNE 25: Ending Torture: A Racial Justice Priority and a Global Necessity – Rev. Ron Stief, National Religious Campaign Against Torture (NRCAT) You are receiving this email because you are a part of the ICUJP Mailing List. You cannot reply to everyone through this email. If you wish to join the ICUJP discussion list, sign into Google Groups, search for ICUJP, and use the "Ask to join group" button. Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace To learn more about ICUJP, please visit our website. | Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace · 3300 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States |
Jamiah is a chronic social entrepreneur, community leader, and self-proclaimed gardening engineer. His innovative business and design models gained the attention of LA city officials looking for solutions around water, food, and economic sustainability, and he was named a 2019 Good Food Champion. Jamiah Created with NationBuilder, software for leaders.
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