Ashley O'Neill Prado
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(former) Youth Coordinator
Please note, Ashley is no longer with FMR. Learn more about our current staff.
Professional Bio
Ashley became our Administrative Assistant in September of 2019, our Programs Assistant in February of 2020, and our Youth Coordinator in March of 2021.
They graduated from Vassar College with degrees in environmental studies and biology. Previously, they served as a member of the Minneapolis Southside Green Zones Council and the programs coordinator for Tamales y Bicicletas Urban Farm.
FMR Role
Ashley manages the office for all FMR staff and makes sure everyone has what they need to be successful in their roles. They also organize our board meetings and staff gatherings. As the Programs Assistant, Ashley facilitates the FMR stenciling program and assists the Outreach and Stewardship Team with other youth and public programming.
Personal Details
Ashley grew up around the east and west sides of the Twin Cities metro area and became interested in food and environmental justice through their love of biology and the outdoors. In their free time, Ashley is a musician, cyclist, and wild foods forager who enjoys cooking and countless other crafts and hobbies.