Archive for Term: Rural

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Rachel Bagby

Rachel is an advisor and instigator of cultural change, directing her work through poetry, music, and civil empowerment. She serves as a facilitator and leadership consultant for the Rockwood Leadership Institute, and for Cultivating Women’s Leadership. Rachel helps guide...

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Shanna Ratner

Shanna is a semi-retired researcher, writer, and trainer, with 35 years of experience specializing in rural economic and community development throughout the United States with some experience in developing countries. Through her company, Yellow Wood Associates, she has worked...

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Steven Smith

For twelve years the Iowa Network for Community Agriculture (INCA) has been fostering connections between farmers and community members who are growing sustainable local food systems in the state. Steve works to assure that each system is shaped and...

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Sudha Soni

Sudha has been engaged for more than 20 years in the development/environment/sustainability sectors and is currently the Chief Functionary of The Environment Collaborative. TEC believes in working collaboratively and networking with similar organizations to bring about social change and...

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