Architects of Change – Midwest Rural Assembly preview

August 10th, 2009 by

On Monday Aug. 10th, rural leaders from across the Midwest will converge on Sioux Falls for the Midwest Rural Assembly.  The focus of the conference is a discussion about the future of Midwestern rural communities.  It will build on the policy work established by the National Rural Assembly, held June16-18, 2008.

I’ve been very impressed with the efforts to date.  All the organizing groups hold disparate interests, but have worked to not let those differences divide and splinter the effort.  It leads me to believe it will be a productive conference.

As we enter the meetings, I’d like to give everyone a sneak peak at a pictorial presentation Randy Parry, President of the Rural Learning Center, will debut during his opening remarks.  Whether you are attending the conference or not, I would encourage you to listen closely to the lyrics of the song by Monte Selby.  Although written about educational leadership, I believe they hold great meaning for rural leaders. 

 

(  presentation created by Morgan Andenas, RLC Intern)

 I hope you agree with me about the relevancy of those words.  Within our hands, we have the power to create a vision and a plan for the future of rural places.  And yes, we can become the architects of change.

 

Note:  Monte Selby is an exceptionally talented musician and presenter.  Check out his work at his website. 

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