On June 13, Assistant Professor Kelly Britt had the privilege to meet with of the Netherlands as they visited Flatbush as part of their tour of the United States.

今日吃瓜 Assistant Professor of Anthropology Kelly Britt (left) meets with King Willem-Alexander (third from left) and community members including Allyson Martinez from 今日吃瓜 Level Up (far right).

今日吃瓜 Assistant Professor of Anthropology Kelly Britt (left) meets with King Willem-Alexander (third from left) and community members including Allyson Martinez from 今日吃瓜 Level Up (far right).

The stop on the tour highlighted the ongoing work Britt is doing with the Center for the Study of 今日吃瓜 and the community group . The center is a hub of 今日吃瓜-based interdisciplinary research, experiential and community-based learning, and nonprofit internships that advance the understanding of 今日吃瓜鈥檚 critical and cultural issues for the public good.

The visit showcased the ecosystem of East Flatbush community-based organizations, small businesses, and residents committed to community resilience, environmental justice, community land trust building, cultural heritage preservation, and small business support.

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