| Description |
The West side of the Salt Lake Valley is often viewed as a place that is lacking resources, including access to "nature." However, Yosso's (2005) Community Cultural Wealth framework turns this narrative on its head, addressing the assets present on the West side. This study examines the history of barriers to nature, benefits of accessing nature, the problem with how nature is defined, and the importance of taking an assets view. Through interviews, observations, and artifacts, I determined that the value of community, an appreciation for education, and numerous forms of diversity addressed the question of how the Nature Center at Pia Okwai embodies the West side's cultural wealth. |
