Partnership for a Strong Rural Economy is working to develop a community vision for a resilient economy in Person County
Upcoming opportunities to join the conversation!
Join us to discuss how we can build a stronger local economy in Person County on Tuesday, February 4th at 6 PM at the Person County Senior Center Social Hall, located at 87 Semora Rd Roxboro, NC. We’ll brainstorm how we can cultivate a thriving local community that provides good jobs and improves our quality of life. Do you have ideas or are interested in what your neighbors have to say? Come join us to share your thoughts or listen in. All are welcome, so bring a friend! Free food will be provided. Please register in advance.
Who we are:
Partnership for a Strong Rural Economy, is a group of community members and non-profit organizations, including North Carolina Black Alliance, Appalachian Voices, Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League and Down Home. The group came together when a local resident, Michael Savino, spoke at the public hearing for the Moriah Energy Center public hearing in December 2023, calling for a different vision for local economic development. Michael identified the need for local residents to develop their own plan for community-serving economic development that uplifts community strengths without jeopardizing health, safety, or the rural character of the area. The group aims to bring community members together to develop a shared vision for an economy that serves the community.
North Carolina Black Alliance - The North Carolina Black Alliance addresses policy and economic issues to enhance black communities by developing and promoting systemic policy change as well as youth and leadership development.
Appalachian Voices: Appalachian Voices brings people together to protect the land, air and water while empowering communities to develop economic solutions that foster long-term resilience.
Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League: The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League is a regional, community-based, non-profit environmental organization. Working in rural and disadvantaged areas, our staff and volunteers put into practice the ideals of love of community and love of neighbor.
Down Home: Down Home builds power with poor, working-class, multi-racial people in North Carolina’s small towns and rural communities. In addition to electoral work Down Home base builds year round in 9 counties including Person County.
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