This is the first of two events with Cormac Russell, Nurture Development regarding Asset Based Community Development (ABCD)

Cormac Russell is a recognised leader in the ABCD movement, and over the last 20 years has worked in over 30 countries worldwide, more recently including the Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Guernsey and Bomlo (Norway) on an ABCD island initiative.

This informal workshop offers the opportunity for attendees to consider “What can we practically do to make space for people in local communities to create the things that matter to them?” and to discuss three fundamental questions for creating sustainable and resilient communities:

• What can communities do that organisations cannot?
• What can organisations do that communities cannot?
• What can communities do with organisations that neither can do alone?

The venue is fully accessible. Please let us know in advance if you would like us to try to meet any requirements either by emailing shetlandpartnership@shetland.gov.uk or phoning Community Planning & Development on 01595 743888.