The Social Justice Speakers Task Force of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton (FUUSN) is hosting a presentation by Greg Maslowe the Manager of the Newton Community Farm, and by Prathyusha Dasari from Save Soil.

Social Justice Speaker Lunch

Sunday March 1, from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
at FUUSN, in the Alliance Room
1326 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02465

Newton Community Farm has been farmed continuously for over 350 years. Despite this long history of agricultural use, the farm’s soil is a thriving biome with high levels of organic matter. Our goal, as the current users of this land, is to ensure that it will remain fertile and productive for future generations and a beneficial habitat for the abundant more-than-human life in this area.

What techniques does NCF use to ensure these goals? How do these relate to contemporary notions such as regenerative agriculture? And what can you do to enhance the soil health of your own home or garden? 

Prathyusha Dasari, a volunteer with the Save Soil movement, will introduce this global initiative dedicated to addressing the growing soil crisis. Save Soil unites people around the world to advocate for soil health and supports leaders of all nations in advancing policies that increase organic matter in agricultural soils. Agricultural soil degradation contributes to an estimated 40% of global warming, and by 2045, we may face 40% less food to sustain a projected population of 9.2 billion people. What is the current state of the soil worldwide? What has Save Soil accomplished so far—and what can you do to help? SaveSoil.org

A light lunch will be served.

Let FUUSN know if you’ll be attending by signing up here: Sign up Link.

If you’re able to help FUUSN with setup or cleanup, please sign up here: Volunteer Link. 

The Social Justice Speakers Task Force is part of FUUSN’s Social Justice Council, which coordinates our congregation’s efforts to put faith into action through social justice work in our communities and beyond.