In this episode of Walk Talk and Listen, Kaitlyn Slate, President and CEO of Growing Hope Globally explores her remarkable journey and unwavering commitment to tackling hunger and poverty. Born to missionary parents in Nigeria, Kaitlyn's early experiences shaped her dedication to international development. She discusses how her upbringing on family farms in rural Minnesota and Southern Alberta influenced her passion for agriculture and her mission to support smallholder farmers in developing countries. Kaitlyn shares Growing Hope Globally, an organization linking U.S. rural communities with global agricultural initiatives to create lasting solutions to hunger.
Kaitlyn's extensive background includes serving as Director of Program Excellence at World Renew, where she spearheaded efforts to transform communities through sustainable food security and economic livelihood programs. She also brings a wealth of experience from her tenure at Armstrong State University and her academic pursuits at Savannah College of Art and Design and Valdosta State University. We encourage you to listen to Kaitlyn’s inspiring perspective on mobilizing grassroots energy, fostering international development, and her vision for a world free from hunger.
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