The Bronx is made up of diverse ethnic groups from around the world, many of which come with indigenous knowledge in regards to agriculture. There is a wealth of knowledge to be gained from Bengali and Latinx populations residing in Norwood, in the Bronx. The opportunity for womxn to own and steward the land can create a ripple effect in the community, from growing culturally ethnic foods, connecting with neighbors, facilitating gardening/cooking workshops, to harvesting produce and contributing to a local economy.

At Laal, we believe working with mother earth is a healing attribute. When working with soil, there are serotonins that are released which helps with overall feelings of happiness in the brain. Ownership of land by womxn in Norwood has intergenerational impacts, where immigrant womxn with farming backgrounds can be facilitators/teachers to those that were never given the opportunity to learn. There is greater social cohesion when community gathers around seed banking of precious ethnic fruits and vegetables, then coming together once more to share the harvest.