Chapter 2

 Chapter two of Healing Grounds also stood out to me because of how it focused on Black communities and their relationship to land, which felt like a really important shift in perspective. Instead of only talking about land in a general sense, the chapter highlighted how Black Americans have historically been denied access to land and how that has had lasting effects. It made me think about land not just as something cultural or environmental, but also as something tied to power, opportunity, and stability. What I found especially interesting was how the chapter talked about the history of Black farmers and land ownership, and how much of that was lost over time due to discrimination, policies, and systemic barriers. That loss is not just about property, it is about generational wealth and independence. I feel like that is something that does not always get talked about enough in discussions about sustainability or agriculture. It added another layer to what “healing” really means in this context.I also liked how the chapter showed examples of Black communities reclaiming land and reconnecting with agriculture. It made the idea of healing feel more active and ongoing rather than just something theoretical. These efforts are not just about growing food, but also about rebuilding community, creating access, and challenging systems that have excluded people in the past.Overall, this chapter helped me see how environmental justice and racial justice are closely connected. It made me realize that you cannot really talk about one without the other, especially when looking at the history and current realities of land access in the United States.