Equitable Food Economy Collaborative
May 15, 2025
A collaborative initiative advancing an equitable, resilient food economy in the Portland region.
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A collaborative initiative advancing an equitable, resilient food economy in the Portland region.
A bioregional fellowship for Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC) working at the intersections of food, land, culture, and climate.
Connecting land stewards, traditional gatherers, agroforestry and partners across the Northwest to uphold Indigenous agroforestry practices by Indigenous communities
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Partnering with tribes throughout the region to help market tribal wood products and support data-driven decision-making.
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Raising awareness, supporting fishers, and developing viable markets for non-native American shad
A celebration of the determination, wisdom, and continuum of Indigenous leadership across the region.
Strengthening networks, investing in producer leadership, and expanding food system participation
Workshops on soil health for Black, Indigenous and People of Color
Matching Yakama Nation Tribal School and Heritage University students throughout an Indigenous Forestry online course
Bringing together partners with from economic, natural resource management, research, and education backgrounds to address urban and community tribal forestry workforce needs
Mobilizing New Markets Tax Credits for projects that strengthen climate resilience, intergenerational wealth-building, and lands and waters stewardship.
Actionable data to facilitate market connections for climate-smart wood producers
A paid opportunity for Black, Native, and people of color in Portland who want to learn more about jobs in the green economy.
A series of educational webinars that examine the impact of Indigenous leadership and leaders
Cataloging, sharing, and visualizing ocean data and trends on the West Coast
Supporting Alaska Native sovereignty through the development of sustainable ocean farming
Partnering with Tribes to improve the digital continuity of Indigenous Traditional Knowledge
Community-based approaches to understanding the outcomes of California Marine Protected Areas
A cohort-based program designed for aspiring and experienced leaders of color working to build equitable, climate-resilient food systems