About the Event:

Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring natural practices to restore soil health and community well-being in the face of urban fires and environmental contaminants. We are excited to be joined by Prospering Backyards as we create a community resource inventory and build a healing toolkit to take home. Together we will equip ourselves with the knowledge and practices to nurture both the land and our communities.

What to Expect:

Reflection & Acknowledgment: Recognizing the loss, uncertainty, and contamination left in the wake of urban fires.

Soil & Soul Healing Toolkit: Learn about the dangers of post-fire contaminants and practical ways to reduce exposure. Each participant will receive a booklet and materials to take home.

Create your Own Healing Bag for the Soil: Using compost, zeolites, seeds, and personalized intentions.

RSVP REQUIRED: Click here to RSVP

About LA Compost's Grounded Wellness Program:

LA Compost's Grounded Wellness Workshop Series provides free, hands-on workshops at Community Compost Hubs in Los Angeles, focusing on wellness through soil health, personal well-being, and community connection. Each workshop celebrates the gifts of the earth while fostering meaningful connections with nature and neighbors. Interactive experiences led by local instructors highlight the connections between healthy soil, a thriving planet, and our well-being.

For more info, visit lacompost.org/groundedwellness.

About Prospering Backyards:

Prospering Backyards is a community initiative focused on addressing lead contamination in soils impacted by the former Exide battery recycling plant in Southeast LA. Through a mix of art, science, and collective action, they work with residents, activists, and scientists to develop accessible, eco-friendly methods for soil healing. Their efforts include community workshops, educational resources, and DIY soil remediation strategies that empower people to restore their own backyards.

Learn more at prosperingbackyards.com.