Introduction/Synopsis of my project

I'm Sujin Chung, a senior at Emma Willard School that is located in Troy, NY. I am doing a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) project at the Sanctuary for Independent Media. I will be an intern at the NATURE Lab (north troy art, technology, and urban research in ecology), which is a project of the Sanctuary, during my 2019-2020 school year through Emma Willard's STEM internship program. 

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I am currently researching and learning about permaculture. My project aims to uncover the importance of the use of permaculture in the collard city growers gardens in troy, NY. Permaculture revolves around 3 main principles: care for the planet, care for the people, and fair share. Because the exercise and knowledge of permaculture are impactful for the community and individuals, through my project, I would like to spread the awareness of the value of permaculture among my peers and community members. 

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During my internship at the Sanctuary of Independent Media, I would like to construct a “permaculture walk” around the North Troy area by utilizing the resources and information offered. After completing the walk with an informational pamphlet and signs all around the community, I would like to invite my school community as well as community members living in Troy to join me on my “permaculture walk” that would factually and actively inform them about the existing and ongoing permaculture ideas in their community spaces. In addition, I would also like to begin permaculture projects in the Collard City Growers’ gardens located near the main building of the Sanctuary of Independent Media. With easy access, I wish to create small projects that involve permaculture principles in the gardens and the hoop house that would enhance the existing spaces to benefit all community members. 

 

My main goal through this project is to spread the idea of sharing, protection, and thoughtfulness. A small, easy act of permaculture that could initially seem insignificant could remarkably improve our environment, community, and people. 

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