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Full Interview | Chonnie Richey

Dive into a powerful conversation with Lawrence Ford, Founder & CEO of Conscious Capital Foundation, and Chonnie Richey, founder of Independence Gardens and Girls Save the World. Discover how young leaders are reshaping the future by connecting communities to sustainable food access and conscious leadership. Witness the emotional impact of their groundbreaking programs and the transformative power of purpose-driven initiatives.

“You’re not just feeding kids — you’re nurturing purpose and conscious leadership for the next generation.”

“We want to take a bite out of food deserts — kids should never have to question where fresh food comes from.”

“The greatest ideas come from the minds of 14- to 17-year-olds.”

Resources

Girls Save the World | https://girlssavetheworld.org/

Independence Gardens | https://www.independencegardens.org/

Chapters

00:00 Empowering Young Changemakers
01:17 The Mission Behind Girls Save the World
03:00 Becoming “Connectitarians”
05:13 Teaching Food, Culture, and Consciousness
06:33 Girls Save the World: Leadership in Action
09:10 Inspiring the Next Generation