Farm to Frame Initiative Community Event

Join us at Sanctuary Farms for an inspiring day of community conversation, hands-on learning, and collaboration at the intersection of agriculture, housing, and sustainability. Hosted by Sanctuary Farms in partnership with Hemp for Humanity, the Farm to Frame Initiative brings together farmers, architects, tribal leaders, housing advocates, and community organizations to explore hemp-based building solutions and healthier pathways for community development.

Hear from leading voices including Cody Ley of Hemp for Humanity, Jøn Kent of Sanctuary Farms, iHemp Michigan, Sexsmith Architects, Native Cultivations, and Heart of New Earth.

Info: Coffee, tea, and light refreshments available!

Info: Jøn Kent, Sanctuary Farms- hear remarks on community development in Detroit, the role of local agriculture, and how sustainable housing can tie into Detroit's broader redevelopment.

Info: Cody Ley, Hemp for Humanity- get an overview of the Thriving Communities Grant funded project, goals of the Farm to Frame Initiative, and introduction to hemp-based healthy housing solutions.

Info: iHemp Michigan- enjoy a presentation on industrial hemp cultivation, economic opportunities for farmers, and scaling supply chains in the state.

Info: Alex Sexsmith, Sexsmith Architects- presentation on natural design strategies, healthy materials, and integrating hempcrete into affordable homebuilding.

Info: Native Cultivations- working with tribal communities, lessons from Indigenous-led housing design, and principles of culturally relevant development.

Info: Heart of New Earth- presentation on coalition building, regional partnerships, and pathways for future collaboration under the Farm to Frame umbrella.

Info: Enjoy a locally prepared meal with facilitated discussion: What are the biggest housing, health, and workforce needs in your community?

Info: Experience workforce training in action with a hands- on demonstration of hempcrete mixing and panel construction!

Info: Hear perspectives on affordable housing challenges and opportunities in Detroit, with open networking between participants, community leaders, and coalition partners.

Info: Recap of presentations and key insights, with an invitation to stay involved in future Farm to Frame events across Michigan.

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