Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities transforms vacant lots into community gardens
A community/academic partnership transforms vacant lots into community gardens in urban neighborhoods throughout Denver, Colorado, creating and documenting new opportunities for physical activity, healthy eating and social connections among community residents, survivors of abuse and homeless people.
From: The Built Environment and Health: 11 Profiles of Neighborhood Transformation
Terms:
Health department Farming and agricultural communities Community-based organization Sustainable food Recreation Physical education Parks and open spaces Land use, planning or zoning Health equity Gardens Community development Access to fresh foods Urban Preventing Violence Built Environment & Land Use Local Government Foundation