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The Vermont Council on Rural Development is committed to supporting locally defined progress in rural communities throughout Vermont. This month with the severe flooding, many communities have experienced a devastating setback impacting individuals, families, businesses, downtowns and villages across the state. VCRD is not an emergency response organization, but in times like this, we need…
The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) today announced the recipients of the Vermont Community Leadership Award, which will be presented at VCRD’s 2023 Vermont Community Leadership Summit on August 15 at the Vermont State University Randolph Campus. The Vermont Community Leadership Award is presented each year to celebrate Vermonters who exemplify “dedication, integrity and…
VCRD is seeking a dedicated, energetic and hardworking Community Engagement and Policy Associate to support VCRD community leadership and engagement efforts, and rural policy initiatives. The Associate must be a team player with excellent communications skills, an eagerness to learn, and a strong sense of mission in service to rural Vermont communities. We’re looking for…
For the fourth time, the Vermont Council on Rural Development is gearing up for our statewide Vermont Community Leadership Summit on Aug. 15 at Vermont State University Randolph. The Summit brings together over 500 attendees to celebrate and explore new ways to support local leadership and democracy in Vermont. It is one of the most…
Leadership Network Upcoming Workshops Workshop Library Vermont Leadership Programs The Network supports members with online workshops on community development initiatives, skills training, and the sharing of best practices and inspiring success stories. See below for upcoming opportunities for connection, peer networking, and workshops on critical topics. If there are other topics or convening opportunities you…
Leadership Network Upcoming Workshops Workshop Library Vermont Leadership Programs Below are materials from past skills training and community development initiative workshops within the Leadership Network. Workshops, held in Zoom, included presentations followed by either breakout or open forum discussions. Many participants also offer helpful tips and links via the “chat” throughout which are available below.…
Working Communities Challenge Vermont Teams Policy Work The Vermont Working Communities Challenge advances local collaborative efforts that build strong, healthy economies and communities in Vermont’s rural towns, regions, and smaller cities. Launched in 2019 by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston (FRBB), the initiative supports diverse, local teams of leaders as they tackle complex challenges…
Leadership Network Upcoming Workshops Workshop Library Vermont Leadership Programs Vermont is a place where motivated individuals have real power to make positive change in their communities. Throughout our history, the work of these leaders has shaped our towns and the state as a whole. Today, active and engaged local leaders, with or without an official…
Leadership Network Upcoming Workshops Workshop Library Vermont Leadership Programs Join the Network Tips and strategies for community and economic development projects Vermont is a place where motivated individuals have real power to make positive change in their communities. Throughout our history, the work of these leaders has shaped our towns and the state as a…
The Vermont Council on Rural Development welcomed 500 leaders from across the State to the August 10, 2022 Vermont Community Leadership Summit held at Vermont Technical College to build their skills, share opportunities, network, and learn. We are inspired and are honored to be working on behalf of rural communities – and their leaders –…