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Sharonda Allen

Sharonda is a educator, community organizer and activist living in East Orange, NJ. She is the founder of Operation Grow, a local non-profit, who’s mission is is to Improve Quality of Life, Build Economic Prosperity, Develop Good Citizenship, and Foster Environmental Stewardship through Human, Economic, Social, and Environmental Sustainability. Sharonda is a passionate leader who works at the intersection of sustainable food systems, workforce development, renewable energy and youth development. She is passionate about removing barriers and creating opportunties for Black youth in her community