In a time marked by uncertainty, social unrest, and a resurgence of harmful rhetoric and policy rollbacks, many individuals especially those from marginalized communities are left asking, “Where do we go from here?” This session was a call to pause and breathe amid the noise through honest conversation and shared lived experiences.
In an unpredictable world, flexibility isn’t optional — it’s essential. The Power of the Pivot is a timely conversation about embracing change, overcoming setbacks, and boldly shifting direction when life doesn’t go according to plan. Whether it’s changing majors, switching careers, or redefining your purpose after rejection or burnout, this session empowers you to see pivots not as failures — but as fuel.
Legacy isn’t just something you leave — it’s something you build every day. In this dynamic panel, hear directly from MANRRS students and young alumni who are shaping their futures with intention. From entrepreneurship and community impact to academic excellence and advocacy, this session explores how rising leaders define success, create space for others, and live out the values they want to be remembered for.
Elizabeth Galbreath and Ashley Collins share practical strategies for managing your time effectively to reach your goals!
Presented by MANRRS, National Association of Conservation Districts, and Soil and Water Society, this virtual series is aimed for collegiate students and early career professionals working toward a more sustainable world.
DEI initiatives have become more divisive and politicized with the rise of harmful policies targeting underrepresented communities in America. Hear how organizations are continuing to support, lead, and build buy-in for DEI efforts.
How can we create psychological safety and trust in our working and learning environments? Hear from professionals and students about best practices to nurture inclusive and safe communities. MANRRS Includes © is the signature DEI Strategy framework for the National Society.
MANRRS Includes © is the signature DEI Strategy framework for the National Society.
Ms. Yai Vargas, the "LinkedIn Ninja", walks through how to brand yourself and advance your professional career!
Presented by MANRRS, Soil Health Institute, and Soil and Water Conservation Society, this virtual series is aimed for collegiate students and early career professionals working toward a more sustainable world.
Dr. Fátima Sancheznieto provides practical advice on how to manage your managers and mentors to thrive at work and school!
Presented by MANRRS, Soil Health Institute, and Soil and Water Conservation Society, this virtual series is aimed for collegiate students and early career professionals working toward a more sustainable world.
Ms. Penny Gomez, Financial Coach, Recruiter, and Business Owner, teaches you how to achieve your financial goals.
Presented by MANRRS, Soil Health Institute, and Soil and Water Conservation Society, this virtual series is aimed for collegiate students and early career professionals working toward a more sustainable world.
Dr. LaKisha Odom, Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research, and Ms. Beatrice Faulkner, Creative Solutions Hub LLC share tips on how to land your dream job.
Presented by MANRRS, Soil Health Institute, and Soil and Water Conservation Society, this virtual series is aimed for collegiate students and early career professionals working toward a more sustainable world.
Hear from MANRRS COO, Ms. Ebony Webber as she walks through equitable hiring practices for organizations. (Her presentation begins at minute 49:10)
Presented during the 77th Soil & Water Conservation Society International Annual Conference in August 2022.
This webinar discusses how we can cultivate trauma-informed spaces to support the success of students and early career professionals.
African Americans have significantly contributed to the history of American agriculture. One of its most compelling stories is the New Farmers of America (NFA), a national organization of Black farm boys studying vocational agriculture in the public schools throughout 18 states in the eastern and southern United States from 1927 to 1965. Learn the history of NFA and how the legacy left behind after its absorption paved the way for the birth of MANRRS. Moderated by Taryn Mitchell Muhammad, co-authors Dr. Antoine Alston and Dr. Dexter Wakefield shared a lively discussion and conversation.
This webinar provided needed content and expertise from a panel of agricultural economists of color in addressing the current and future outlook of the food chain and the impact of COVID-19 currently and going forward. This webinar panel is of importance for those interested in entering the field, supporting the field, and addressing the challenges ahead.
Participants received tips on how to effectively search for an internship and a full-time job during a time of uncertainty and receive an update on internships and full-time job positions from three MANRRS National Partners during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Agriculture in the United States is entangled with both racism and capitalism that has had an overwhelming impact on who owns, accesses, and benefits from farm production. Hear from current students pursuing careers in agriculture share their stores and discuss what systemic changes they hope to see in the future.
The American agriculture food system is a complicated set of relationships, inputs, and structures which get our food from farm to fork. Often, when we think about racial inequity, we focus on individual attitudes or behaviors. Additionally, we examine how particular institutions treat people of different races differently. However, to truly understand the root causes of racial inequity and produce results that work for everyone, we need to observe the food system through the lens of policies, land, and people
This webinar discusses historical racial disparities between 1862, 1890, and 1994 land-grant institutions as it relates to tenure, quality of programs, and resource allocation. This webinar addresses ongoing efforts to create more equitable opportunities through food and agricultural programs for historically marginalized groups.
Youth across the nation have been the leaders in the call for change for varying social justice issues plaguing U.S. society. Many of these significant societal issues are also present within agricultural spaces. College students of all academic levels are taking up the mantle to change the face of agriculture through their own active engagement in creating social justice movements. Hear from current student activists about their roles in pushing for change within agriculture and why other students should see today as an opportunity to push for change within their communities.