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Are you in charge of your local community event, or are you looking to start a new event? How do you you ensure your events are fresh, financially viable and sustainable into the future? These are just a few things I will be exploring and unpacking in the upcoming webinar with FRRR (Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal). If this is of interest to you please join me on Thursday 15th February over lunch and I promise to offer insightful and pragmatic insights and takeaways for your regional community. You know what, if there are specific things you would like me to cover under this topic drop them in the comments below and I will do my best to cover them as I prepare for the webinar. #regionalevents #ruraldevelopment #ruralcommunities #regionaltourism #communitydevelopment

Transform Urban Marginalized Areas with the EYES Project 🌱🏙️ "Through the collaborative efforts of the EYES Project and its partners, we're driving change in urban spaces across Italy, Slovenia, and Belgium. Our mission: to empower youth with 10 cutting-edge modules designed for engaging and impactful environmental action. We're not just dreaming of a greener future; we're creating it. Join our movement to revitalize urban landscapes and foster community engagement. Your voice matters. #TransformingCities #YouthForChange #EYESProject"

Place-based inequalities have been a priority in research and policy in the UK for some time, and place-based approaches to intervening and reducing these can be a rich area for academic-policy engagement. But what is it like to experience life in a 'left-behind place'? Really enjoyed co-writing this with Ethne J. based on a recent panel discussion at UCL on social infrastructure and left-behind places:

🏙️ 550 European Mayors recently came together to discuss how local administrations can lead the way in achieving the #EUGreenDeal goals. The implementation of #LocalGreenDeals like those developed under the #IntelligentCitiesChallenge is a key way of local authorities building a greener future. The sessions highlighted: ✔️ The crucial role local authorities must play in driving the dual transition. ✔️ The importance of mutual learning and collaboration.  ✔️ The need for transparency, community ownership, and addressing social dimensions within #LocalGreenDeals. Read more about the conference: https://lnkd.in/dGFTb8GZ #SingleMarket

What challenges are #communityfoundations facing across Europe and in specific countries? What topics are at the centre of their reflection? From cost-of-living crisis, demographic issues and society polarisation, to organisational sustainability and relationship with local governments: these are just some examples of challenges on their plate. Interested to know more? Deep dive into the State of the Field 2024, our publication that highlights how diversity in form and function allows community foundations to weave themselves into local societal fabric. It contributes to an understanding of the evolution of the movement across Europe, providing insights into country contexts, topics and challenges. 📖 Read it the full guide here https://lnkd.in/dc3eht_i

New #article from Xiang et al: Digital and Culture: Towards More Resilient Urban Community Governance TL;DR: digital and cultural coupling is needed to link the “last mile” of resilient communities https://lnkd.in/eRpzRNuM

#Resilience starts locally with a 'system of systems' approach. What can you do to make your community more resilient?

The Melting Pot Edinburgh did a phenomenal job of hosting a series of events in 23-24 on the theme of 'Bridging Communities'. The Team built connections with 33 community groups and hosted almost 350 people across five different events. Why did events work? 1. If you look at the video (gorgeously shot and edited) from their conference earlier in the year, you'll see the investment in creativity. Doing things with a bit of 'pzazz' and colour reaps rewards. 2. People want to cross-pollinate. In our algorithm-ed world, we want to take time to find people who are 'not like us' and learn from them. 3. Relationships were real. This wasn't a quick, 'Hi, you don't know me but can we borrow your community to look like we co-designed'. This was genuine investment and mutual benefit. 4. Behind every sleek event is a range of skilled professionals who make it look easy, and often glossy and slick. Among them were Helen Denny and Anna Brow. 5. Conversations weren't taken for granted. Facilitators were poised and ready to help people connect. Well, that's all lovely. Where next? Have a watch of the video, digest the report and please, please get in touch with the team if you are able to sponsor or partner the next iteration of events. The future is all about turning energy into action.... #CommunityDevelopment #SocialEnterprise https://lnkd.in/dbKraBbX https://lnkd.in/d_qndeec

#ReflexivePractice Friday The aim of all of our projects is meant to change and rejuvenate communities. The projects can alter the ecosystem of the entire community and environment. Projects designed without consideration to the social and cultural contexts can even disrupt the community, and do more harm than good. So how does this project interact with other projects that are already being rolled out in the community? #internationaldevelopment

In Chicago's economic landscape, understanding the relationship between infrastructure, safety, and social inclusion is vital for a resilient city. Join us on June 11 as our panel of experts discuss Chicago’s journey towards sustainable growth in the broader economic environment. Erin Aleman (Executive Director, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning), Garien Gatewood (Deputy Mayor of Community Safety, City of Chicago), Beatriz Ponce de León (Deputy Mayor for Immigrant, Migrant and Refugee Rights, City of Chicago), and moderator, Jeffrey Korzenik (Chief Economist, Fifth Third Bank) will discuss how transit, safety, and the integration of asylum seekers collectively shape our city's resilience and economic competitiveness. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and be part of the conversation that shapes a stronger, more inclusive Chicago. Secure Your Spot: https://bit.ly/4buyBhR #WhereTheFutureMeets #ExecClub #EconomicInsights #ChicagoEconomy #ChicagoLeaders #Future #Transit #Safety #AsylumSeekers #Resilience #Innovation #Chicago