In this presentation, Victoria walks us through the programming of Growing Places Indy and its focus on youth and food equity within their community. Throughout the description of the programs offered by Growing Places Indy, Victoria demonstrates how food and agricultural engagement can help address and overcome community-level generational trauma.
Victoria Beaty, Growing Places Indy Victoria is the Executive Director of Growing Places Indy (GPI). After years of working for a large fast-food brand and learning how the food system works, she resigned from her corporate leadership position to enroll in an urban farming program. There, she found her true passion for urban farming and educating her community on the importance of eradicating the food deserts that plague communities of color. During her time at GPI, she has worn many hats, from a volunteer, to the Farm Manager, SNAP Outreach Coordinator, Market Manager, and now Executive Director. victoria@growingplacesindy.org