Fairouz (31) advocates for more connection with nature: "Nature discriminates against no one"

Fairouz Gazdallah (31) from Ghent is dedicated to promoting green spaces and food justice through her collective Back2SoilBasics. Her experiences in Portugal, Senegal, and Tunisia highlighted the disconnect between food production and people in Belgium. Fairouz emphasizes the importance of community and nature, advocating for social equity and access to green spaces. She believes that everyone should have access to healthy food and that farmers deserve fair compensation. By engaging with nature in Belgium, she has found a sense of belonging, stating that nature does not discriminate and has helped her feel at home.