INDIANOLA, Miss. — Khafre, Inc., a Mississippi Delta-based nonprofit, has launched a new youth program aimed at teaching organic gardening, leadership and community development to young people in the region.
The initiative, called “Seeds of Hope Garden, Indianola,” is open to youth ages 10 to 25 and focuses on hands-on agricultural education while promoting health, history and sustainability. Organizers say the program is designed to help participants grow their own food while gaining practical skills and a deeper connection to their community.
The garden will be located adjacent to da’ House of Khafre at 300 Main St. in Indianola. An orientation and garden walk-through is scheduled for May 9 at noon.
Program highlights include hands-on organic gardening, cooking classes with Mississippi chefs, and workshops on land ownership and generational wealth. Participants will also engage in discussions on youth advocacy and farming legislation, as well as leadership and teamwork development.
Khafre, Inc. officials say the initiative builds on the organization’s HEALTHY-U program launched a decade ago, with a renewed focus on redefining soul food through organic, unprocessed and living foods.
In addition to agricultural training, the program emphasizes cultural preservation by honoring the legacy of the Cotton Pickers of America. Organizers say the long-term vision includes building a monument and historical park, as well as establishing a heritage trail throughout the Delta.
The initiative is intended to provide both practical agricultural skills and opportunities for leadership development while strengthening community connections.
Enrollment is open to youth, parents and community members interested in participating. Organizers encourage broad community involvement as they work toward building a more sustainable and health-conscious future in the Delta.
For more information, contact program organizers at [email protected] or call 662-347-8198.
