Women in the Proyecto do not just attend workshops, they farm. Participants gain hands on experience in planting, harvesting, and crop planning through weekly, in-field learning alongside experienced growers. This approach allows women to build real skills by practicing them in a working farm environment.

Access to land is one of the biggest barriers for beginning farmers. The Proyecto provides shared growing space at local farms, along with access to tools, irrigation, and infrastructure. Women grow together in a supportive environment that removes barriers and creates opportunity.

The Proyecto supports women not only in growing food, but in generating income. Participants sell at local farmers markets and learn key business skills such as pricing, customer interaction, and sales. The program also introduces pathways to formal business ownership, including support with ITINs and LLC formation.

This work is rooted in community. Women learn alongside and from one another, building relationships based on trust and mutual support. Experienced participants take on mentorship roles, helping guide new women through the program and strengthening collective growth.

The Proyecto is grounded in language, culture, and lived experience. Training and leadership are provided in Spanish, and the program honors the knowledge and traditions participants bring with them. This creates a space where women feel seen, understood, and valued.

Participants are supported in growing into leadership roles over time. Opportunities include mentoring new participants, taking on greater responsibility within the program, and building confidence to lead within their communities. The Proyecto is designed to grow leaders from within.

Farming practices within the Proyecto prioritize long-term environmental and community health. This includes water-conscious irrigation, attention to soil health, and local food production that strengthens regional food systems. Sustainability is central to both the land and the people who depend on it.