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A Conversation on the Rural Midwest and the SDGs

Anna Wasescha, Minnesota

In the Midwest, acting on the SDGs means investing in community-based solutions that address the unique challenges facing rural areas. To learn more about what this looks like, Tony Pipa spoke with Anna Wasescha of West Central Initiative in Minnesota about sustainable agriculture, pandemic recovery, and welcoming newcomers to small town America. 

June 28, 2021

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