The Rural Assembly is a movement of people and organizations devoted to building a stronger, more vibrant rural America.
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Earlier this fall, Rural Assembly Strategic Advisor Carmina Taylor was one of 500 rural advocates to attend the Radically Rural Summit in New Hampshire. Read her reflections at ruralassembly.org/radically-…
One week until Election Day: Do you have a plan to vote? Find your polling place here: vote.org
And after you vote, snap a photo and share it with #VoteRural + tag us in your photo so we can help show the world that rural voters matter!
Recommended read this week from Dee Davis, President of the Center for Rural Strategies.
"When I was growing up in East Kentucky, people here did not like being identified as hillbillies. A lot of my boomer generation disguised their accents, shunned their family’s country ways, and looked to get out of the mountains as soon as a path cleared."dailyyonder.com/commentary-b…
Four experienced arts administrators discuss the role of local museums in communities. First broadcast at Rural Assembly Everywhere, this conversation features museum leaders from south Texas, Washington, and Oregon. youtu.be/zCMR8EJd7T4
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On episode 3 of Backroad Ballots, @keithdorejel and @npbowlin talk about the small-town booster class, the outsized effect of the Great Recession on rural America, and the lack of corporate accountability in sparsely populated places.
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Thank you to everyone who made Rural Assembly Everywhere a success: If you missed Everywhere, you can find a replay on our Youtube channel at youtu.be/LyA6Ublnx4c?si=rWpA…
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Carefully curated story circles can contribute to a richer understanding and connection through shared experiences.
Ben Fink of Letcher County Culture Hub and Dee Davis of @RuralAssembly explain how in @PolReformNA's co-governance in practice series.
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Rural Assembly Everywhere: Nurturing Thriving Communities" is about to go live! Www.crowdcast.io/c/everywher…
Lillian Salerno, the Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development, will address Rural Assembly Everywhere on Aug. 1! Register today at crowdcast.io/c/everywhere202…
Hear from political scientist Hahrie Han as she joins Center for Rural Strategies President Dee Davis in conversation at Rural Assembly Everywhere for a panel discussion focused on democracy, the press, economics, and perceptions ahead of the election.
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Hear from political scientist Kathy Cramer at Rural Assembly Everywhere as she joins Center for Rural Strategies President Dee Davis to talk democracy, the press, economics, and perceptions ahead of the election. crowdcast.io/c/everywhere202…
Aug. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
🤩 Panel spotlight! Register today for Rural Assembly Everywhere, our virtual gathering on Aug. 1, to hear these arts leaders discuss the role of local museums in storytelling and community voice. Sign up is free and simple at crowdcast.io/c/everywhere
Rural Assembly Everywhere will kick off with two dynamic leaders — Benya Kraus and Autumn Cavender — in conversation about what it takes to nurture thriving communities.
Register: crowdcast.io/c/everywhere202…
At Rural Assembly Everywhere Aug. 1, Dee Davis will be in conversation with political scientists and authors Hahrie Han and Kathy Kramer to discuss democracy, the press, economics, and perceptions ahead of the election. Register at crowdcast.io./c/everywhere2024
Learn how federal legislators are prioritizing investments in civic infrastructure in communities across the nation in this new article from the #Percent4Place coalition.
#civicinfrastructure #federal #funding medium.com/reimagining-the-c…
One year, five years, 10 years in the future: what do you see when you imagine the future of your community? At Rural Assembly Everywhere on Aug. 1, we'll discuss what's nourishing thriving rural communities. Register and join the conversation in the chat: crowdcast.io/c/everywhere202…
New! In addition to our Aug. 1 Rural Assembly Everywhere virtual gathering, we
are thrilled to offer workshops with three amazing partners. Learn more and register!
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Question of the Week: What’s bringing you joy in your community?
Answer in the Everywhere event chat when you register at ruralassembly.org/everywhere. Already registered? Jump back in and join the conversation every week leading up to Aug. 1.
Save your spot now for Rural Assembly Everywhere, the virtual gathering of the Rural Assembly on Aug. 1. You'll hear from rural change makers, leaders, and allies as we explore and celebrate thriving communities. Register at ruralassembly.org/everywhere
New on Rural Remix w/ @dailyyonder: Appalachian Margo Miller on her award-winning biscuit recipe, growing up in Tennessee, and the value of having recipes and practices that sustain us. Find this episode, show notes, recipe, and more at ruralassembly.org/rural-food…