VISIONARY RURALITIES


Promoting
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
and
CLIMATE ACTION



For a more resilient and prosperous future
in Rural and Peri-Urban Areas



"Ruralities" refers to the characteristics, dynamics, and ways of life associated with rural areas. Thus, "visionary ruralities" describes innovative or forward-looking approaches, ideas, and concepts related to rural economic development, sustainability, education, population loss, digital literacy, and preparing for the twin transitions: sustainability and digitalization. These and other issues can be addressed to create a long-term vision that can be addressed in a holistic way with the participation of stakeholders from across the public, private and academic sectors.



BOOST CROSS-SECTORAL DIALOGUE



Involves a variety of stakeholders - from public officials and SMEs to educational institutions and local action groups - essential for addressing common issues of interest to a rural community as a comprehensive and effective process towards addressing common challenges such as population loss and triple-transition readiness



TRAINING / E-LEARNING



Offering both in-person and online training in the areas of Entrepreneurship, Environmental Sustainability, Digital Literacy and Technology Skills, and SME training for family businesses and non-urban industries like agrotourism, apiculture, agrientertainment, etc.



ACCESS TO RESOURCES



From funding to technical support, we help rural communities access resources that will help them grow and prosper



Our Mission



Visionary Ruralities is committed to empowering rural communities by catalyzing their growth and prosperity. Our mission is to provide expertise and innovative solutions to address the unique challenges and opportunities that ruralities face such as population loss, non-urban industry growth and digital literacy to prepare for the twin transitions – sustainability and digitalization. We work collaboratively with community leaders, NGOs, academic institutions and stakeholders to build sustainable, vibrant, and self-reliant rural and peri-urban communities. With a Community-Centered approach, we put the needs and aspirations of rural communities at the forefront of our work, ensuring that our solutions are tailored to their specific circumstances and goals by:
· promoting environmentally-responsible practices, economic resilience, and social inclusivity to ensure that rural areas thrive for generations to come
· equipping local leaders, businesses, and individuals with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to drive their own success and development
· continually exploring innovative approaches and remaining adaptable to evolving rural dynamics, harnessing the power of technology and modern methods
· actively engaging with local, regional, and national stakeholders, forging partnerships to access resources, expertise and support that accelerate rural progress
· fostering the growth of Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as engines of economic vitality and employment in rural areas, and help family operators grow and become prosperous.





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Contact us at: info@VisionaryRuralities.com