My name is Daniela, and I joined Urban Tilth 2023 as the Rudy Lozito Fellowship Manager, where I support a cohort of four adults in learning land-based skills. My journey back to the land began with herbalism and a deep desire to preserve the intergenerational wisdom of plant medicine within my lineage. I am passionate about bridging access to resources—whether knowledge, space, or opportunity—so that Black and Brown communities can reclaim their rightful place at the forefront of land stewardship and wellness.

What drew me to Urban Tilth is its deep commitment to community engagement, and working here has felt like a step closer to my purpose. Beyond my work, I express myself creatively through painting, writing, and dancing. I also run Pelo y Piel, a small wellness business offering natural hair and body care products made with organically grown herbs. Whether through land work, creative expression, or herbal medicine, I love creating space for joy, curiosity, and connection in everything I do.