http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk 30 Sept - 1 Oct 2008 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:01:48 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Using a social networking tool called 'crowdvine', people are connecting and sharing ideas before the conference! Here are taster of the subjects people are interested in: Affordable housing * Fuel poverty * Public transport * Strong Communities * Broadband * Community empowerment * Dying villages * Housing * Local energy * Local ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/08/15/what-are-people-talking-about/ [caption id="attachment_123" align="alignleft" width="60" caption="Ian Brown"][/caption] We are delighted to announce that Ian Brown will be joining us to speak during the opening session of ruralnet|2008. Ian Brown is a Director of the social enterprise Local Living, founder of North East Rural Affairs Forum and Rural advocate on the One North ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/08/11/ian-brown-to-open-ruralnet2008/ We are offering a variety of different promotional options to people and organisations that are interested in highlighting their projects or work at ruralnet|2008.  We attract a diverse, innovative and creative audience of delegates who all have an interest in rural challenges and opportunities. If you would like to reach these ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/08/11/would-you-like-a-profile-at-ruralnet2008/ We are using a system called 'crowdvine'.  Please feel free to register. It's incredibly easy and you can also invite your friends.. Anyone can register and start interacting even if they don't intend to come to the event. Networking needs YOU! If you have not already signed up, do so here ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/07/31/networking-takes-off-before-conference-starts/ Following on from my earlier post, we are embracing the latest Web 2.0 tools to ensure that 'Live & Local' will create great discussions, generate nichier content and cover relevant topics. We are using the social networking tool 'Crowdvine' to encourage delegates and those with an interest in all things rural ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/07/28/unconferencing-at-ruralnet2008-sign-up-to-network-creatively/ Time out to meet with and form important links with fellow delegates has always been an integral part of every ruralnet|uk conference. With the 'networking boards' appearing in the reception area, along with colour-coded name badges; we have implemented various tools to help to nuture and support contact between ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/07/16/creative-networking-at-live-local/ The 'Local Retail' workshop at Live and Local was always going to be a lively and engaging session with Charlotte Foster from The Plunkett Foundation (ViRSA).  But we are delighted to announce that John Longden from Pub is The Hub will be joining Charlotte  to examine the opportunities that exist ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/07/16/pub-is-the-hub-join-forces-with-virsa-to-deliver-local-retail/ The Plunkett Foundation (ViRSA) - will be at ruralnet|2008 delivering what will be a highly motivating and interesting workshop. Charlotte Foster, community retail advisor for Plunkett Foundation in the north west will be facilitating the workshop, which will be running on Day 1 of the conference programme. The Plunkett Foundation ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/06/25/virsa-workshop-will-discuss-rural-retail-with-delegates/ "HOLDING LAND IN TRUST FOR SUSTAINABLE AFFORDABLE HOMES, WORKSPACE, AGRICULTURE, LIVELIHOOD" Land for People, the community land trust, exists to help communities in Wales, Shropshire and the Marches become more sustainable, with an emphasis on building affordable homes for local people. They will also be delivering the 'Local Ownership' workshop ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/06/24/land-for-people-lead-the-way-on-local-ownership/ We are delighted to announce that The Soil Association will be delivering the 'Local Food' workshop at Live & Local. At a time of rising food prices, the opportunities and challenges that exist for local food markets is of particular interest and importance. This workshop will examine the emergence of ... http://conference.ruralnet.org.uk/2008/06/20/the-soil-association-on-local-food/