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Analysis of Mesa Urban Garden's Impact on Their Community
Description
Community gardens are used worldwide to promote sustainable, urban living. They can be used to improve the physical, mental, emotional, and social health of the gardeners and volunteers who utilize their grounds. The gardens may also have a positive impact on the local environment and wider community. This study examines a community garden seeking to expand its involvement in the local neighborhood and searching for ways to include local residents in garden related activities. To this end, the garden was waiting for approval on their non-profit, 501(c)3 status, and was seeking additional data on local residents and perceptions of the garden's activities. This thesis first reviews the literature on the benefits community gardens provide for the individuals living in their communities and their impact on urban development. The thesis then turns to an analysis of one garden, Mesa Urban Garden, rooted in the Downtown District of Mesa, Arizona, and how they are impacting their neighborhood and how garden organizers can respond in new and creative ways to local residents.
Date Created
2014-05
Contributors
- Booher, Samantha Rose (Author)
- Glick, Jennifer (Thesis director)
- Dumka, Larry (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- Hugh Downs School of Human Communication (Contributor)
- School of Sustainability (Contributor)
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Extent
35 pages
Language
eng
Copyright Statement
In Copyright
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Series
Academic Year 2013-2014
Handle
https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.23327
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minimal
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