Flourishing green communities are changing lives
Four projects have been nominated in the environmental category in Devon's Make a Difference Awards.
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Notable Quotes
"the most important thing we grow in our garden is people and connections"
— Dr Susan Taheri , Academic
"It takes people out of a concrete environment - it's a very good first step into a greener environment."
— Charles Staniland , Activist
"taking pride in where you live and making local spaces better for everyone."
— Pete Drew , Activist
Key People
He is a retired horticulturalist volunteering at Shallowford Farm.
She is an NHS GP at Bow Medical Practice and the founder of the Growing Well Garden project.
She is associated with Sustainable Hatherleigh, working on community projects for environmental sustainability.
He is a member of the Sampford Peverell Tree Wardens, a volunteer group focused on the environment.
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Four projects have been nominated in the environmental category in Devon's Make a Difference Awards.
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