Now in its third year, the Summit (formerly the Madison Area Green and Healthy Schools Summit: Embracing Nature Connection and Outdoor Learning for ALL) will feature student-led projects, nationally recognized voices on food justice, and hands-on indoor and outdoor learning opportunities, exploring how equitable food systems, sustainability and school-based initiatives can work together to create greener, healthier learning environments. Participants will also have opportunities to connect with each other and community organizations.

ECO Madison is excited to deepen the summit’s focus on food justice education through a collaboration with REAP Food Group. Over the last two years, REAP Food Group, alongside educators at East High, Capital High, and Shabazz High, have connected students to food justice initiatives led by leaders in the local food system.

The goals of the “Nourishing Minds, Sustaining Futures Summit: Food, Nature, and Wellness for a Resilient World”:

1. Connect with and elevate the work of educators and community organizations
2. Explore resources and ideas to support outdoor learning, food justice, and local agriculture
3. Engage in nature connection and outdoor learning