Research Highlights New Challenges for Rural Development at Global Conference in Glasgow

Research Highlights New Challenges for Rural Development at Global Conference in Glasgow
At the World Community Development Conference in Glasgow, Scotland, Dr. Ryan Gibson presented new research examining how rural communities in Ontario are adapting to major changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, economic shifts, technological change, and demographic trends. The conference, co-hosted by the International Association for Community Development and the University of Glasgow, brought together community development professionals and rese...

New Publication: Rural Policy Approaches in Canada

New Publication: Rural Policy Approaches in Canada
The latest report from the Scottish Rural Communities Policy Review (SRCPR) has set its sights beyond Scotland's borders, drawing on a detailed case studies from four countries to inform how Scottish rural support systems might evolve. The report explores how community-led development, grassroots movements and local-government partnerships operate in four international rural settings: Canada, England, Finland, and Ireland. The report aims to glean lessons