Supply and Demand of Rural Leadership
2022-11-09 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Join the University of Minnesota Extension and Ben Winchester on Wednesday, November 9th at 12:30 PM to discuss the “Supply and Demand of Rural Leadership.” At this webinar, he will address questions concerning economic development, community development, and the next generation of leaders. Learn more about why supply and demand are vital for rural America. This session is FREE and virtual.

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About Ben Winchester
Ben has been working both in and for small towns across the Midwest for over 25 years. He is a Senior Research Fellow for the University of Minnesota Extension, Center for Community Vitality. Here, Ben conducts applied research on economic, social, and demographic topics surrounding a theme of “rewriting the rural narrative” that are vital to rural America and won the Rural Renewal Research Prize in 2021.
About the UMN Extension
The University of Minnesota Extension discovers science-based solutions, delivers practical education, and engages Minnesotans to build a better future. Learn about Extension’s work and local and global partners.
About 100 Rural Women
100 Rural Women sees a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families and communities, the nation and the world. We are committed to building leadership through networks, mentorship, education, and civic engagement. Our organization is non-profit and non-partisan.

Project REACH: Health Policy & Leadership Training Webinar
2023-01-18 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
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Project REACH (Rural Experts Advancing Community Health) is a year-long health policy training for community leaders in rural Minnesota. In the program, participants learn how to frame health policy challenges and communicate effectively with state legislators and other local policymakers. This webinar will describe the program model and curriculum, as well as provide information on the application process. Two past Project REACH participants will also share about their policy work and experience in the program.
Participants will receive a presentation by Project REACH, followed by a Q&A session. Learn more about our speakers Katie Rydberg, Leah Lehtola, and Ann Bussey.
We are so excited to learn with you!
About 100 Rural Women
100 Rural Women sees a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families and communities, the nation and the world. We are committed to building leadership through networks, mentorship, education, and civic engagement. Our organization is non-profit and non-partisan.

Webinar: Women Tackling the impact of Tobacco and Vaping in our rural communities
2023-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us for a discussion about Rural Health and Women leading the way around the issues of vaping and how it is impacting our young people and rural communities. Learn more about the what e-cigarettes are, the health impacts, and about the work being done in addressing the vaping epidemic in communities and at the State Capitol.

True Tuesdays: Youth Voice in Decision-Making with Minnesota Youth Council (MYC)
2023-05-16 14:30 - 16:00
May 16, 2023; 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm. REGISTER HERE
Hosted by Minnesota Humanities Center and Minnesota Youth Council (MYC)
Did you know that Minnesota youth are the only youth in the nation that have an official voice in legislation? Join us on May 16th to learn about the four key initiatives of the Minnesota Youth Council (MYC) and the work they have done this legislative session in pursuit of a just and equitable Minnesota.
The MYC envisions a state that prioritizes the agency and voice of young people from all backgrounds. The MYC is a collaborative of youth leaders that works to amplify the voice and power of their peers across the state of Minnesota. These young leaders are the go-to group in Minnesota for elevating and championing youth voice in decision-making. Members of the MYC are change agents in their communities and across the state, leading the way with youth-centered systems change. The Council is comprised of 8th-12th graders representing each congressional district in Minnesota and provides guidance to the legislature, governor, and Department of Education on issues affecting young people.

3 Top Challenges of Women Leaders and How to Overcome Them
2024-04-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us on Friday April 19th from 12:00- 1:00 PM CST
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Learn to identify and overcome 3 top challenges.
Join Holistic Leadership Academy founders, Terri and Lisa Allred, to explore and overcome unique challenges in the workplace for women leaders through the lens of holistic leadership.
A holistic leader is someone who embraces a comprehensive and integrated approach to leadership, recognizing the interconnectedness of life and work.
They focus on nurturing professional growth and personal well-being, creating a positive impact on individuals and the organization as a whole. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or an experienced executive, the Holistic Leadership Academy offers transformative programs designed to empower you to become a visionary, empathetic, and influential leader and find your authentic self in the process.

Rooted in The Future: Short Film Screening and Discussion with Dovetail Partners
2024-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us on Wednesday, May 15th, from 12:00- 1:00 PM CST
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100 Rural Women is co-hosting a virtual event with Dovetail in support of their recently released video, Rooted in the Future. This video was developed in collaboration with many partners, including SFI, to support the importance of landowner action around forest health and wildfire resiliency in Minnesota.
Dovetail Partners is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation providing authoritative information about the impacts and trade-offs of environmental management, including consumption of choices, land use decisions, and policy alternatives. Dovetail provides a highly skilled team that fosters sustainability and responsible behaviors through collaboration to develop unique concepts, systems, models, and programs. Dovetail also serves as the Fire Adapted Communities hub coordinator for the Upper Midwest and is involved in assisting with community-driven wildfire reduction efforts in the region.
Learn more here!
