Agriculture and Food Systems Fellows Program
RI Agriculture and Food System Fellows Program
Each year, leading agricultural and food system organizations partner with URI Cooperative Extension to mentor Fellows on real-world projects. Students from CCRI and URI earn six academic credits and are paid for 400 hours of work in areas like sustainable agriculture, food and nutrition, science communication, and food policy. Fellows gain hands-on experience while contributing to impactful projects alongside industry experts
How can I support the AFSFP?
Are you an agricultural producer? A nutrition or public health professional? A policymaker or food justice advocate? Click “Become a Mentor or Partner” to learn more about how you can support the AFSFP as a mentor, educational partner or program sponsor!
Who can apply?
Students enrolled at CCRI and URI are eligible to apply. A passion for learning about the food system and a strong commitment to meeting program requirements are the only prerequisites for applicants. All are welcome! Click “Apply to be an AFS Fellow” to learn more!
How does this program address food insecurity issues that disproportionately affect people of color?
The AFSFP engages historically underrepresented students from CCRI and URI to target preparation of a diverse workforce that is inclusive, employable, and globally-competent with the complex skill set necessary for equitable and meaningful change. Additionally, this project aims to spark interest in agriculture and food system careers amongst middle and high school youth from underrepresented backgrounds, as they co-create projects as a part of a near-peer team with AFSFP undergraduate fellows.
