From Networking to Thinking like a Network: Strategies for Growing Local Food Security Networks

From Networking to Thinking like a Network: Strategies for Growing Local Food Security Networks This workshop will explore how voluntary sector organizations can increase their effectiveness by employing strategies such as network mapping and network listening followed by an interactive panel discussion highlighting local experiences in developing and sustaining food security networks.

Tuesday, December 8th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Eye Care Centre Auditorium, #301 - 2550 Willow Street, Vancouver
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Featuring Barbara McMillan, Community Foundations of Canada Addressing increasingly complex social, environmental, and economic problems with limited resources challenges us to work in more creative and strategic ways. One approach that can increase impact and sustainability is the intentional use of networks. This session will explore how voluntary sector organizations can increase their effectiveness by employing strategies such as network mapping and network listening. Group discussion, practical examples, and useful tools will help participants to move beyond "networking" towards "thinking like a network".

Barbara McMillan is Community Foundations of Canada's Director of Regional Strategies, as well as National Director of Youth in Philanthropy. She has worked in grant-making and social development for over 25 years and is currently focusing on organizational development, network management and effectiveness, and fostering strategies for collaboration. Followed by an interactive panel discussion highlighting local experiences in developing & sustaining food security networks. A timely opportunity to learn and share for community volunteers, social service organizations, faith-based groups, public health workers, community developers, policy-makers, and all those interested in strengthening our community-based response to ensuring a healthy and sustainable food system for all.

 For more info contact  jmyrah@bc.cancer.ca