Zakiyyah Ali
From Beijing to the Bronx, Sister Zakiyyah has traveled the world to teach, learn and grow. To build connections and develop an understanding of the human ecology that will regenerate the Earth's ecology, Zakiyyah carries a Master's in Human Services along with Certification in Production Manufacturing. Her broad skill set gives credence to the connections between all parts of life. With a focus on systems design and intelligent consumption, she merges worlds between the relationships we build and the world we build with them.
Her life long love is horticulture and plant science, which she explores through innovative gardening techniques, creative design and textile arts. With over 40 years of life as a vegetarian and a chef, her ability to take a few bowls of grains, beans and fresh produce and turn it into a feast is impeccable.
She facilitates programs about the life and studies of her hero, George Washington Carver - exploring the ways that each of us can become a scientist, researching the behavior of our interests.
Her workshop series have included:
Emergency Preparedness
Paper Making
Leadership for Entrepreneurs
Vegetarian Life
Vegan Life
Food Combinations
Gardening
History of Racism
And so much more.
The Program
Urban Islanders is an emerging organization that provides otherwise isolated peoples, or "Urban Islanders," with a research and resource exchange platform that will empower them to create meaningful change. Initiated in 2017, the program connects residents of urban areas with resources, tools and network connections to those individuals and organizations which match their interests.
A city girl in the concrete jungle can find herself growing a garden and exploring horticulture techniques. A Techie in the suburbs might find himself creating web pages for wilderness buffs... The possibilities are endless and that's the point.
The Podcast
Follow Zakiyyah on her travels throughout the United States and beyond as she connects with people who love what they do and do what they love. Join her on her journey through life as an adventurer, a researcher and student of life- always ready to learn from the person sitting just across the way.
You are guaranteed to learn something new, connect with an organization that peaks your interest and even gain an opportunity to catch up with Zakiyyah as she weaves the web of connection.
The Classes
Follow Zakiyyah on her travels throughout the United States and beyond as she connects with people who love what they do and do what they love. Join her on her journey through life as an adventurer, a researcher and student of life- always ready to learn from the person sitting just across the way.
You are guaranteed to learn something new, connect with an organization that peaks your interest and even gain an opportunity to catch up with Zakiyyah as she weaves the web of connection.
Zakiyyah's Carver Corner
Visit here to learn something new about George Washington Carver and his work each month!