Episode 132. Plant for a Change - Creating an inclusive & accessible conservation workforce
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Plant for a Change is a for-profit social enterprise based in Nashville, Tennessee, aiming to create an inclusive and accessible conservation workforce. The company sells native plant seeds and provides employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Timeline of our conversation:
1:44 Introducing Nathan Fields and Jason van Wulven
4:17 Nathan's proximity to the disability community and how that evolved with pursuing his Master's in Special Ed at Vanderbilt University and to meeting Jason at Next Steps (Best Buddies is also mentioned)
9:02 Next Steps at Vanderbilt University
9:16 What does a day look like for Jason and Nathan at Plant for a Change
13:34 Developing new products
13:53 Eco footprint
15:16 Keystone (regional) plants/trees etc
20:14 Family Life
21:55 Vision for Plant for a Change
26:30 Disability Employment Statistics
28:00 Care Farming Network
29:00 Conclusion
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