Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association, Inc
Description
Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association, Inc. (BFAA) is a Memphis, Tennessee based non-profit organization established in 1997 by Thomas Burrell, an avid and passionate farmer from Covington, Tennessee. He was elected president of the association in 2001. In 1981, Burrell ignited a movement with protests and sit-ins in his native home to address issues and concerns of Black famers in the United States and abroad who were deliberately discriminated against by the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). BFAA has an active membership of more than 20,000 African-American farmers, landowners and their heirs nationwide.
Great For
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BIPOC communities
Mission
BFAA’S continuous goal is to ensure that every Black farmer receives appropriate compensation, including advocating that the USDA discontinues its practices of blatant racial discrimination against Black farmers.
Sub-categories of Activities/Services
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Advocacy and Policy Work
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Conservation
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Cultural Heritage Preservation
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Outdoor Education
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Research and Data Collection
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Sustainability Initiatives
Age Groups
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Adults (31-64 years)
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Seniors (65+ years)
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Teens (13-18 years)
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Young Adults (19-30 years)
Tags
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Advocacy
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BIPOC Leadership
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Community Engagement
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Conservation
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Cultural Heritage
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Environmental Education
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Environmental Justice
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Equity and Inclusion
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Health and Wellness
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Recreation
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Sustainability
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Urban Green Spaces