qiana mickie
@ragamickie
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People, Policy, Power...and Pop. Views expressed here are my own. Executive Director of NYC Mayor's Office of Urban Agriculture
Harlem, NY
Joined September 2010
Caught giving my intervention at the strong #CFS46 Youth Plenary! From NYC to Rome, the call for fostering true #YouthPower is clear! @justfoodnyc
In Youth plenary in Rome, Qiana Mickie ED @TransitionJust speaks: Agency is critical. It's time for @UN_CFS to engage youth in actual decision making power & influencing policy #CFS46 @CSM4CFS #BlackLivesMatter
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Happy 80th birthday to the legendary activist, marxist, scholar and author Angela Davis. In 1970, she was placed on the FBI 10 Most Wanted List on false charges.
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DEI is not the reason why you presume Black people aren’t qualified. Racism is the reason. And a need to believe a Black person could not possibly do better than you. I know it and you know it, too.
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We are very proud to announce the release of our inaugural NYC Urban Agriculture Report! This is the first time the city is reporting on plans and progress for urban agriculture in NYC. Check it out now on our website: https://t.co/a5shMCNpKB
#NYCUrbanAg
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The #Harlem kids said YES to local apples & growing food at #BigAppleCrunch! Great to enjoy apple fun & snacks @Hunter_College @NYCFoodPolicy Center w/Deputy Mayor @AnaJAlmanzar, Manhattan Deputy BP @ksuttonjames, @The_Kitchen_Cab, @ESYNYC, @nyagandmarkets & students! #NYCUrbanAg
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Great to visit @NYProduceShow @javitscenter with Commissioner Ball last week! We were excited see #urbanag #foodbusinesses at @nyagandmarkets booth highlighting the importance of hyper-local food production, expanded food access & #equity, & providing ag #education opportunities.
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Fantastic to visit the impressive #hydroponic program at MLK Jr. Educational Campus with Teens for Food Justice! Students are growing greens that go to the cafeteria & local food pantries. Thanks to @KatherineSoll & the terrific TFFJ team for an inspiring visit & delicious lunch!
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📣 NYC School Food EATS Info Session Alert 📣 NYC/NYS farmers, producers & food hubs: JOIN US 1/31 1PM to learn about how eligible food & farm biz's can apply for a paid training designed to help gain access to NYC DOE procurement opportunities! Register: https://t.co/fJIQSDr2RC
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Enjoyed speaking on @apanewyork’s panel discussion on ‘Economic Opportunity for All: NYC’s Zoning Text.’ We explored how @NYCPlanning’s ‘City of Yes’ initiative can boost opportunities for the local economy, especially #Nightlife and #Freelance workers.
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I'm honored to join the Committee & also looking forward to our continued work!
Congratulations to Qiana Mickie with @NYCUrbanAg for your appointment to the Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production! We look forward to continuing our work together! https://t.co/QpE4PJrGaz
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@ragamickie is tasked with unique challenge to try to build a bold, equitable & innovative urban agriculture plan for NYC...& is quick to emphasize value of all forms of urban agriculture, from community gardens to growing food on rooftops https://t.co/jfNZSvcJiC by @greylmoran.
civileats.com
The first director of New York City’s Office of Urban Agriculture has a vision for growing food in every “underutilized, funky” corner of the city.
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We are thrilled to announce @NYCUrbanAg's collaboration with @NYCSchools Office of Food & Nutrition Services in obtaining both @USDA & @nyagandmarkets Farm to School grant awards! #FarmtoSchool #LocalFood #UrbanFarming #NYCUrbanAg
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NYC urban ag is as diverse as the city itself. I'm continuing to try to expand what people think urban ag is & what is possible to bring to reality for a resilient & equitable future. Let's grow #NYC
I chatted with @ragamickie, the inaugural director of NYC's office of urban agriculture, about her vision for the future of growing food in the city for @CivilEats
https://t.co/u7FlpxDF9S
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Today marks the 58th anniversary of the signing of the #VotingRightsAct of 1965. We must #RestoreTheVRA and strengthen it to ensure that government for and by the people thrives. Call your U..S. Senators and let them know: (202) 224-3121.
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Jackson has endured numerous water shutdowns in recent years—due in part, locals say, to deferred maintenance, mismanagement, and systemic racism. With dedicated federal support now in place, the city’s restaurant owners see hope for recovery.
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I'm in a deep dish feature! I'm also looking forward to digging into the other articles like the new USDA FSA urban ag centers sprouting around the country.
It’s the height of summer, and we couldn’t think of a better topic to dig into than urban ag. Become a member and get access to The Deep Dish for deep dives on the food system.🌱🌻 https://t.co/CJGKFY0ZTy
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Tony Bennett's death has prompted recollections of him as a steadfast advocate for civil rights. The singer witnessed racism in the military and in the music industry, experiences that informed his decision to join the Selma-to-Montgomery march in 1965.
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The singer witnessed racism in the military and in the music industry, experiences that informed his decision to join the Selma-to-Montgomery march in 1965.
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Author Ta-Nehisi Coates sat silently through a school board meeting in South Carolina to support a high school teacher who was told to stop using his book on growing up Black in America in her advanced English class.
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Author Ta-Nehisi Coates sat silently through a school board meeting in South Carolina to support a high school teacher told to stop using his book on racism and growing up Black in America in her...
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Such an honor! @GreenCityForce youth named a raised bed after city's first @NYCUrbanAg Executive Director! I planted some seeds with the youth in the spring and can't wait to go back! Thanks. 🤎🌱
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Annette Nielsen: “Food and nutrition remain key elements of resiliency” @CEMAS
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New York is a source of inspiration in many ways, including the management of its food systems.
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As a New Yorker at heart, I’m grateful to #podcasting for allowing me the opportunity to interview @NYCUrbanAg’s @ragamickie on @VerticalFarmPod 🍎🙏🌿
Join Harry Duran, as he welcomes to the show Qiana Mickie, Director of @NYCUrbanAg Thanks to our S8 Sponsor: @cultivatd Listen/Subscribe: https://t.co/qXpdSQu4Yb Rate/Review: https://t.co/vV0ekVSNtW
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