Joél Mejia is an Afro-Latino Artivist, regenerative systems designer, and mission-driven entrepreneur based in Kingston, New York, on Lenape land. Rooted in his Taino heritage, Joél is deeply committed to promoting culture, spirituality, and equitable cooperation.As the founder of Mi Oh My Hydroponic Farms in the Bronx, he blends his New York City upbringing with regenerative farming practices, fostering a worker-owned cooperative that cultivates both food and education.Joél's journey extends through diverse realms. A former NYC public school pedagogue, he designs culturally adaptive educational experiences that cater to all learning needs. His role at the ICA Group involves expanding communications, building partnerships in the solidarity economy, and offering technical assistance to cooperatives.Joél's commitment to the future is exemplified by his completion of the Next Economy MBA program, where he gained skills to drive a regenerative and sustainable economy. He envisions an economy that values well-being over resource exploitation, challenging conventional paradigms of development.With a fervent dedication to community, Joél contributes to multiple committees and boards, including the Black Farmer Fund's Rapid Response Committee, the Association of Cooperative Educators Board as Treasurer, and the National Association of Black Cooperators. He's also a driving force behind Kingston's inaugural Community Fund, developed by the Good Work Institute.In all his endeavors, Joél's actions reflect a profound belief in the power of cooperation, sustainability, and cultural preservation.