How can we build a more just and sustainable food system? On Earth Day, Kenyan-American Gordon Okumu will explore our food choices as a form of creation care. Come join us April 22 @ 7:00 pm in Wells Hall at Christ Episcopal Church (click for event details).
This free, public presentation is sponsored by the Greening Parish Committee of Christ Episcopal Church in Tacoma.
Gordon Okumu is deeply committed to creating a food system that is good for people and the planet. His education in environmental policy and his work in community development have given him a deep understanding of how local food systems can empower communities and protect our environment.
Gordon’s Bachelor’s degree in Global Studies with a focus on Environmental Diplomacy has shaped his vision of the complex connections between farming, the environment, and global policies. His current work towards a Master’s degree in Public Policy at Oregon State University specializing in Environmental Policy gives him the skills to develop and advocate for effective policies that improve our food systems.
In his work for King County as an Environmental Investigator Gordon engages with businesses and communities to promote environmentally friendly practices. Through this work he has developed skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and advocate for policies that support sustainable farming and local control over food.
As the founder and Executive Director of Angels of Africa International https://www.angelsofafrica.org/ he oversees a non-profit project in rural Kenya focused on sustainable farming and environmental restoration. He has worked with local farmers to implement practices that increase food production, restore damaged land, and protect biodiversity. Through this hands-on experience he has learned how to implement community-driven solutions based on respect for local knowledge.
Through these experiences, Gordon has gained a comprehensive understanding of how food is produced, distributed, and consumed. He is dedicated to advocating for food systems that nourish communities, empower local farmers, and protect the environment. By empowering local communities to have control over their own food systems, we can ensure that they have the resources to build a healthy and sustainable future.
