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Farm & Food Systems Fellowship
Allegheny Mountain Institute (AMI)
Lynden, WA US
Lynden, WA US
The Farm & Food Systems Fellowship, located in Lynden, WA, is dedicated to cultivating future leaders in sustainable agriculture and food justice through an immersive six-month experiential program. This fellowship empowers individuals to become advocates for a food system that prioritizes social, environmental, and economic equity. Participants receive comprehensive education on organic food systems and engage in practical initiatives such as growing and distributing diverse crops, implementing health-focused educational sessions, managing school and community gardens, and promoting food and ecological literacy within educational settings. By supporting local farmers markets and community food coalitions, Fellows are instrumental in increasing access to healthy foods. Following their training at the picturesque Allegheny Farm Campus, each Fellow embarks on a Community Action Year, collaborating with regional non-profits to apply their skills in meaningful ways. The application window closes each March, with fellowship experiences taking place from May to October.
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