Since the NEK Collaborative’s founding in the 1990s, our goal and purpose has been to forge and support connections across the Kingdom. We use collective advocacy and regionally-coordinated action to address challenges and improve the quality of life of all NEK residents.
Sector convenings are one way we share successes, identify challenges, and solve problems collaboratively. We'll host five convenings this spring, around the following issues:
Outdoor Recreation
The Northeast Kingdom is an incredible place to connect to nature and explore the array of outdoor recreation opportunities available in our region. Outdoor recreation is a backbone of tourism and a powerful economic driver in our region.
This meeting will be held virtually, at 10am on Tuesday, March 14th You do not have to be an expert in this area to attend. All are welcome.
Community Recreation
In the most rural region of the state, opportunities for community recreation and connection are essential. How can we support these opportunities across the towns and communities of the NEK?
This meeting will be held virtually, at 10am on Tuesday, April 4th You do not have to be an expert in this area to attend. All are welcome.
Small Business Support
Small businesses are the lifeblood of the NEK economy. How can we best support the businesses, the neighbors, that define our local economies and communities?
This meeting will be held virtually, at 1:30pm on Tuesday, April 4th. You do not have to be an expert in this area to attend. All are welcome.
Adult Education
There are so many adult education opportunities in the Kingdom! Our first convening on Adult Education on February 28th convinced us we needed another one. Please, join the conversation!
This meeting will be held virtually, at 10am on Tuesday, April 11th You do not have to be an expert in this area to attend. All are welcome.
Mental Health & Substance Abuse
Mental health challenges and substance misuse are a significant public health problem in the NEK, as they are elsewhere in Vermont. Organizations and individuals throughout the Kingdom provide services and support to those facing these challenges; how can their work be supported?
This meeting will be held virtually, at 10am on Tuesday, April 18th You do not have to be an expert in this area to attend. All are welcome.
