Prison Gardens: Strategies for Therapy and Job Training (Winter Conference Workshop)

Prison gardens are proliferating across the United States. Join The New Garden Society (TNGS) to learn the ins and outs of developing and implementing a horticulture program in a state prison yard. This workshop is intended for those who are interested in therapeutic horticulture and vocational training for incarcerated individuals. Learn the best practices and successful approaches to providing garden training on a minimal budget. A sample prison garden curriculum will be provided.
Presenters:
Renée Portanova (she/her) is a horticulturist and environmental educator. She holds degrees in Psychology, Conservation Biology and Environmental Education from Manhattan College, Columbia University and Lesley University, respectively. Renee received her Organic Land Care Professional accreditation through NOFA and UMass Green School Landscaping Management. She brings proficiency through extensive field work and her passion for teaching/learning to every “classroom” setting. Co-founding and directing The New Garden Society is an ideal synthesis of her passion, education and expertise.
Lisa Lee (she/her) has been with The New Garden Society since 2017 as an administrator as well as an educator. She is delighted to be able to channel her passions for the natural world, accessible education and social justice into the challenging and rewarding work of The New Garden Society.
This workshop recording comes from the 2022 Northeast Organic Farming Association/Massachusetts chapter (NOFA/Mass) Winter Conference.
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