Jasmine Thompson Tintor

TRIBAL AFFILIATION: Penobscot Nation

PANEL: Indigenous Farm to Table

BIOGRAPHY
As a proud citizen of the Penobscot Nation, Jasmine Thompson Tintor is an educator, activist, and enthusiast within food sovereignty across the Wabanaki lands. She first started her work in food sovereignty with Eastern Woodlands Rematriation as well as Nibezun, working in various projects relating to food preservation and culture. Currently, they work alongside Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness as the Food Sovereignty Educator, supporting a variety of Tribal organizations through seed and food projects. As a board member for Niweskok, they collectively create space for decision making and leadership goals. 

Jasmine works to create spaces where people can learn about food initiatives, climate action, water rights, nature conservation, education, and equality. Their passion for farmed and foraged organic whole foods extends into their very own 'pop up' restaurant Kathadin Kitchen, that is bringing a mix of traditional and contemporary Indigenous cuisine to the forefront of east-central "Maine." Jasmine believes fostering connections between communities will always be the top priority, no matter the hurdles or red tape. Jazz has made work a lifestyle, balancing family, community, culture, wellbeing, and direct action for a better future for all peoples, for the next seven generations.