Public Lecture - Kannan Thiruvengadam of Eastie Farm, Boston
Details on event:
Kannan Thiruvengadam of Eastie Farm, Boston will give a public lecture as part of Both And Group's elective 'The Productive Field'.
Live broadcast + discussion
Location: Gallery Space, Linenhall, TU Dublin
Time: 17th November 1-2pm
Lecture open to all
This event is funded by 'Building Change'
Kannan Thiruvengadam is the director of Eastie Farm, an urban farm in East Boston focused on community resiliency. He also hosts "What's up Eastie?", a radio show about local issues in a larger context, at Zumix, a youth organization in East Boston.
Kannan is also a Climate Ready Boston Leader. He has a technology background, has studied climate science, permaculture, and community engagement, and is passionate about regenerative and sustainable practices in agriculture and urban design.
Eastie Farm is dedicated to improving food access and community resilience through the development of interactive urban agricultural spaces, where residents of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to learn and take part in the production of healthy, locally-grown, and culturally relevant foods.