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Join Us for the Final Community Insights Workshop Series! Don't miss out on the last chance to participate in our exciting Community Insights Workshop Series on Wednesday, July 31st at the Monora Park Pavilion (500 Monora Park Rd, Mono). We have two convenient time slots available: 2 pm – 4 pm or 6 pm – 8 pm. Why Attend? These workshops mark the conclusion of our public engagement phase, and we want to ensure every voice in our community is heard! If you couldn't attend our previous sessions, now is your chance to make an impact. Be a part of shaping the future of Dufferin County’s economy! What to Expect Community Participation: Share your ideas and insights as we craft an Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan. Refreshments: Enjoy snacks and refreshments while discussing the future of economic development in Dufferin County. Collaboration: Engage in a collaborative approach to public engagement, equipping stakeholders with the knowledge and tools necessary to foster economic development. Register Now Secure your spot for either of the two sessions: Register at https://lnkd.in/ecEMJ6WJ Goals of the Workshop Series Empower Stakeholders: Equip diverse stakeholders with the knowledge to foster economic development. Gather Feedback: Collect community feedback to inform the County’s Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan. Leverage Partnerships: Collaborate with local municipalities, the Dufferin Board of Trade (DBoT), and Headwaters Communities In Action (HCIA) to develop comprehensive workshop content tailored to local needs. This is your opportunity to make a difference and contribute to a thriving, inclusive community. Join us, and let's create a brighter future together! For more information on this series - visit https://lnkd.in/eWAphkNN

New publication alert 📢 What is the role of businesses and other economic organisations in bringing about degrowth transformations? In our new book chapter, 'Economic Organizations and the Transformation Towards Degrowth', Ben Robra and I explore this question. Most relevant research focused on the degrowth-compatibility of individual organisations. While this has created a number of useful degrowth principles for organisations, there has been a lack of consideration of the wider structural changes that degrowth implies. We make the case for two systemic organisational principles that hitherto have found little attention in the literature on degrowth organisations: not-for-profit and non-accumulation. Ultimately, we argue that organisations must be active political agents for a degrowth transformation. https://lnkd.in/dQ9gCvGt #degrowth #notforprofiteconomy #nonaccumulation #sustainablefuture

Economic development isn't a one-man show! It's a collaborative effort with a diverse range of organizations working together to make communities thrive. From chambers of commerce to universities, there's a place for everyone at the table. Find your role in economic development & learn more: www.bceda.ca #economicdevelopment #community #collaboration #localbusiness #togetherwecan #bc #BCEDA24 #EconDevWeek #BCEcDevWeek

Population health and wellbeing depends on equitable community conditions such as a healthy local economy. Where all residents, especially those historically denied opportunities for wealth creation, can participate fully. Growing racial, geographic, and class inequalities within the U.S. economy beg the question: are common #economicdevelopment policies/practices working? Robert Wood Johnson Foundation partnered with Lincoln Institute of Land Policy to examine commonly held beliefs and explore alternatives that could improve quality of life and social conditions at the local level. #healthequity #communitydevelopment #healthycommunities #racialequity #socialdeterminantsofhealth

I am pleased to share that I have received a Living Literature Review grant from Open Philanthropy. For the next 18 months (longer if renewed), I will be studying the broad topic of Scaling in Human Societies. My Living Literature Review is here: https://lnkd.in/gQZTvy7r My first article is on Marchetti's Constant, the pattern that cities are typically defined by a 30 minute daily commute radius: https://lnkd.in/gcbpah2H

THE FORCE BEHIND THE CHANGE: UNSUNG HEROES OF THE THIRD SECTOR: In this new series, RealWorth will be shining its social impact spotlight on a third-sector organisation which is bringing about meaningful lasting social change to communities in need. These unsung heroes may be flying under the radar, but their contribution to society is often underestimated and undervalued. The series of articles will highlight the work of these pro-social heroes, and share some of the challenges they face. We hope this will encourage people, businesses and funders to understand what we can do, individually and collectively, to support and sustain the valuable and impactful work they do. In the second article of the series, RealWorth spoke to Anton Clarke, Director of Social Enterprise at The Reader UK, to discuss how the organisation has been inspiring a 'Reading Revolution' from its hub in Calderstones here in Liverpool. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/easv7V7h #CommunityBuilding #SocialValue #Literacy #Literature #ProSocial #TheReader

I'm excited to share my involvement in an impactful documentary on financial mobility, produced by Camber Collective. This documentary highlights the experiences of over 4,000 Americans and identifies 28 key life experiences that drive economic mobility. As someone who has navigated 17 years in foster care, earned a master's degree, and faced student debt while living with Type 1 Diabetes, my story is featured to shed light on the challenges and triumphs in the journey towards economic stability. Key findings include: * Job training programs can boost earnings by up to 40%. * Avoiding involuntary unemployment can prevent a 30% reduction in earnings. * Living in high-mobility neighborhoods can increase lifetime income by 8-14%. Join me in learning more about how we can reinvigorate economic mobility for future generations. Watch My Video Here: https://lnkd.in/gUf_Q9Va Learn More about the Mobility Project Research Here:  * https://lnkd.in/gc5HP7Z4 * https://lnkd.in/ggkxFZnD   #EconomicMobility #FinancialInclusion #CamberCollective #EconomicOpportunity #MobilityExperiences #AmericanDream #SocialImpact

Focus Strategies designs dynamic coordinated entry processes that are efficient, equitable, and meet communities’ changing needs. Reach out to learn how a coordinated entry re-design can help your community advance equity, deepen trauma-informed strategies, and improve efficiency. #CoordinatedEntry #HousingCrisis

Our Youth Create! Challenge asked young people to answer a single question: How will youth shape cities over the next 100 years? Today we celebrated with the contest’s winners and handed out $20,000 in prize money. With future leaders like these, America’s cities are in good hands! #NLC100 #CitySummit24

https://lnkd.in/dG9Vqj3m Join us for a dynamic conversation with Antonio T. Smith Jr., the brain behind "ReSegregation," where he details his approach to blending traditional wisdom with modern technology to empower communities. Guided by Juicy Vizualz, Antonio unveils his plan to use past insights and current tech to energize local economies. It’s not just theoretical—it's a practical blueprint for action. Antonio delves into how "ReSegregation" serves as a hands-on guide, emphasizing educational initiatives that integrate cultural heritage with technological skills and the creation of community tech hubs that foster innovation. He highlights that this fusion ensures communities can thrive economically while retaining their unique cultural identities. Concluding, Antonio acknowledges challenges like the digital divide but reassures that his book provides strategies to overcome these barriers. With a focus on community involvement and continuous learning, he advocates for turning these strategies into impactful actions that drive economic independence and transform neighborhoods. #Mexitverse  #EducationForChange, #ReSegregation, #EmpowermentThroughEducation, #CommunityLearning, #AntonioTSmithJr #JuicyVizuals