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Charles Rominiyi
Charles Rominiyi
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Charles Rominiyi

The Well at Oxon Run by DC Greens

Washington, DC USA

"Health is a human right. Healthy food is a human right. We all deserve it."

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Charles's work combines: Food, Environment & Nature, and Working with Others

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Day In The Life

Manager

I manage a community farm that connects neighbors to fresh food and wellness programs.

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Day In The Life Of A Community Farm Manager

My Day to Day

I focus on keeping our community farm running and welcoming neighbors into the space. I support my team, work in the garden, and connect people with fresh food, wellness programs, and resources. Some days I’m planning strategy with partners, other days I’m in the dirt planting or talking with community members—but every day is about helping the community stay healthy and supported.

Skills & Education

Advice for getting started

My advice is to get busy and talk to people. A lot of my opportunities came from volunteering. As I learned, grew, and met different people, doors opened. Don't underestimate the power of talking to people and making connections. Nothing can replace the human-to-human interactions. Find a cause or organization that resonates with you and reach out to the people working there. Ask them how they got into that work and if they have any volunteer opportunities for you.

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Exercise Science

    Old Dominion University

  • Graduate Degree

    Global Environmental Health

    Old Dominion University

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Life & Career Milestones

I've taken a lot of twists and turns

  • 1.

    I grew up as the son of Nigerian immigrants in Portsmouth, Virginia.

  • 2.

    I was a student athlete in high school—sports taught me grit, discipline, and how to persevere through adversity.

  • 3.

    I attended Old Dominion University and studied exercise science and biology, hoping to stay connected to health, movement, and helping people live better lives.

  • 4.

    After college, I pursued graduate studies and deepened my interest in public health and the systems that shape people’s wellbeing.

  • 5.

    Moving to Washington, D.C., in 2014 opened new doors—I spent time serving with AmeriCorps, which showed me the power of direct community service.

  • 6.

    Through work in government and community programs, I focused on tackling complex health challenges like food insecurity and inequitable access to resources.

  • 7.

    I joined DC Greens and began leading work at The Well at Oxon Run, helping to transform it into a community farm and wellness hub.

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