In this Innovation Round, participants will learn about the important roles parks and urban green spaces can play in promoting healthy food systems.
Speakers will share examples that demonstrate how parks can be utilized to engage the community and implement innovative approaches to tackle health challenges.
Participants will have the opportunity for direct discussion with presenters in the second half of the session.
Speakers
Carolyn Scotchmer
Executive Director, TD Friends of the Environment Foundation
Paris Yates
Urban Food Systems Manager, Seattle Parks and Recreation
Justin Trezza
Senior Director of Healthy Neighborhoods, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Emily Schwing
Public Affairs Director, Veggielution