Northeast Disability & Agriculture Conference

Tentatively scheduled for April 12, 2025

 

2024 Conference: "My Voice, My Narrative" – Reclaiming Wellbeing in Agriculture Together

Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024. Time: 10AM to 3PM

Location: Simsbury United Methodist Church (799 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT – get directions)

Imagine a conference where farmers, growers, and supporters from the Northeast and beyond, regardless of ability or background, gather to share their stories, learn coping mechanisms, and ignite a movement for change. This is the vision behind the Healing By Growing Farms 2nd Northeast Disability & Agriculture Conference, themed "My Voice, My Narrative."

This isn't just a conference; it's a lifeline. We empower attendees to "take back their narrative" and combat the mental health and stress that plague the agricultural industry, too often leading to tragic suicide rates. Through compelling presentations, workshops, and peer support, we help participants reclaim their stories, leaving no room for harmful narratives spun by others.

We Can't Do It Alone

Your sponsorship will directly impact access and inclusivity, breaking down barriers that keep rural and marginalized farmers from attending. With your support, we can:

  • Eliminate financial burdens: Provide stipends to attendees, making participation truly equitable.

  • Cater to diverse needs: Offer childcare/adult care, noise-canceling supplies, sensory kits, and on-site personal care assistants.

  • Bridge geographical gaps: Cover transportation costs, including bus shuttles, tolls, mileage, airfare, and hotel stays.

  • Ensure accessibility: Provide necessary accommodations support, sign language and non-English/Spanish interpretation services.

  • Empower everyone: Invest in additional staffing to create a seamless and supportive experience.

By sponsoring this conference, you're not just supporting an event; you're investing in the future of farming. You're helping to build a resilient, inclusive, and thriving agricultural community where everyone has a voice and the tools to navigate challenges.

Join us in cultivating a brighter future for our farmers and our food system. Contact us today at healingbygrowingconferenceteam@gmail.com to discuss sponsorship opportunities and become a champion for change or complete our 2024 sponsorship form. 

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