All across the Netherlands, communities experimenting under the radar with initiatives working toward a different future. How do these collectives work? That question is at the heart of this day conference.

Background

The Netherlands faces major challenges around circularity, energy, mobility, nature, food, work, and housing. More and more communities are tackling these issues from the ground up. Rather than waiting for policy, they act out of social necessity and imagination. During this day conference, people with first-hand experience discuss how grassroots initiatives build themselves up. Questions that will guide the conversation include:

• How do you collaborate effectively with government and market parties?
• How does a community initiative contribute to a local economy?
• How do you connect short-term action to long-term goals?
• How do you handle finances and legal matters?

A relevant day for communities to learn from each other’s strengths and vulnerabilities.

Registration and programme

Sign-up for free via this link.

Please note: this programma will be in Dutch.

Walk-in is from 10:30 onwards. The day opens at 11:00 with a plenary programme. Throughout the day, two break-out rounds give you the choice between workshops or discussions led by experts and pioneers from cooperatives, collectives and other initiatives from within and beyond the city. The day will close with drinks from 17:00 onwards.

During the lunch break, there is plenty of time to step outside or find somewhere to eat. Would you like to join the lunch? That is available for €12.95. If so, please indicate here that you will be joining and share any dietary requirements.

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