Rooting Together Internships, Fellowships
& Field Study
Rooting Together believes in the connection and validity of intergenerational learning, knowledge keepers of traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), and scientific studies.
Over 80% of Americans live in urban areas and can help bridge the relationship between the land, the city and the ecosystems.
We believe that cultural place based knowledge and learning holds the answers to sustainability.
Rooting Together creates meaningful year round internship opportunities for middle and high school students through volunteer experiences and internships. We collaborate with colleges and universities to offer fellowships and hands-on field studies for higher education students. Additionally, we provide small stipends and fellowships to researchers and community members working to green urban spaces by focusing on the use of native plants and research into native plants and local Indigenous food and cultural practices.
Rooting Together is in the process of establishing paid year round gardening and tree bed programs for families and community members to green their city through community gardening and street gardening with native plants and trees.
We believe that culturally grounded, place-based knowledge holds key solutions to building a more sustainable future.
Fellowship &
Field Study
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Urban Ethnobotany Fellowships
Ethnobotany Fellowships are often awarded to individuals interested in studying the relationship between people and plants, especially in the context of indigenous knowledge, conservation, and sustainable use. While small in monetary value, these fellowships provide crucial funding for research, projects, and professional development in the field of ethnobotany.
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Field Study
We provide opportunities for individuals and students to study in the field. Partnering with educational institutions, we offer opportunities for field study in ethnobotany that can create valuable learning experiences for both students, independent researchers and interested individuals. Our field studies provide hands-on, real-world insights into the relationship between people and plants, fostering a deeper understanding of indigenous knowledge, conservation, and biodiversity.