Written by Latifah Abdullah, North Richmond Farm Community Engagement Manager, and TJ Sykes, Ujima Program Manager Comfort, acceptance, care, and welcome. This is what adequate representation feels like. Wherever it is – at school, at work, in your neighborhood, at an event, in life . . . for the most part, when you can relate to […]
This International Women’s Day we celebrate the women of the Black Panther party! Women played a crucial and very much overlooked role in the Black Panther Party, making up a significant portion of its membership and actively participating in its community survival programs and political activism. Women absolutely did not sit on the sidelines or […]
The powerful and inspiring artwork for this year’s North Richmond Farm Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day T-shirt was designed by Lathel Douglas, a talented young artist whose journey to this opportunity is a testament to community connection and artistic passion. Lathel’s introduction to this project began at the Community Resource Center in North Richmond, […]
What is Ujima? Urban Tilth’s UJIMA Program is a powerful initiative rooted in the values of collective responsibility and community empowerment, designed specifically to uplift Richmond’s Black youth. The program creates spaces where young people can reconnect to the land, develop leadership skills, and build confidence — all while contributing to the physical, mental, and […]
Dr. Henry Clark Plaza and Whitney Dotson Garden stand as lasting tributes to two visionary leaders whose work shaped the environmental justice movement and strengthened the North Richmond community. These spaces, envisioned as places of gathering, learning, and stewardship, will ensure that their legacies continue to inspire action. Dr. Henry Clark Plaza recognizes his leadership […]
The team is excited to share a special testimonial video featuring King, a 2024 Rudy Lozito Fellow who has since joined the North Richmond Farm crew as a Farm Coordinator. In this video, King reflects on his fellowship journey and shares some exciting news about the upcoming cohort. Applications for the 2025 Rudy Lozito Fellowship […]
The Urban Tilth Black Caucus made a vibrant debut with its first-ever Beats & Greets event, bringing together Richmond’s Black community for a day filled with music, food, and connection. This gathering wasn’t just about having a good time—it reflected the core mission of the Black Caucus: creating spaces where the Black community feels heard, […]
