Learning about the people of Mart and the ideas they have for this commons space has been the most interesting aspect of this project for me. I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting with the community members and learning about their ideas for their town and what they are willing to do to see their ideas take shape.
The majority of the community members I have met with who are interested in a community garden space are members of the older population. However, I have been very impressed with their forward thinking. They are not only aware of the divide in the community, but they are actively working toward shrinking this divide and are passionate about taking these steps to bring the community together.
Gathering information for our project has not been difficult. We have not been met with any resistance as to learning about the town or the population we are working with. The schools and the members of the community who are choosing to meet with us have been very helpful with sharing their knowledge of their town with us. The Research aspect of the CRAFT model has been an interesting experience in regards to meeting with and growing relationships with the people of Mart.
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