Working for a more just and sustainable Appalachia.
The Central Appalachian Network (CAN)’s mission is to develop and deploy economic strategies that build wealth in local communities, conserve natural and cultural resources, and empower marginalized communities. We work in collaboration across sectors, partnering with other non-profits, community groups, funders, educational institutions, local government, and private business. CAN actively pursues economic transition in Central Appalachian communities through a variety of economic sectors and market-based strategies, and currently focuses on:
How We Work
CAN is a network of networks, anchored by a Steering Committee of 7 non-profit organizations. CAN’s sector-focused networks coordinate regional analysis and strategies in areas like Food & Ag, Clean Energy, and Creative Placemaking. Our network of practitioner partners includes over 50 different organizations working on community economic development, including non-profits, local government agencies, lenders, community groups, social enterprises, and academic institutions. CAN’s roles include supporting peer-to-peer learning, collaborative strategies, organizational capacity-building, cross-sector partnership, demonstration projects, in-person convening, and field-building research & publications.
Events & Happenings
There is a lot happening across our region every day! To help share, promote, and keep track of all the activities CAN partners are involved in, use this shared calendar to share information about your upcoming events and learn about other happenings.
Stories & Resources
Solar United Neighbors launches SUNtober to shed light on solar
Solar can be a complex topic. But not during SUNtober! Solar United Neighbors is hosting a month-long series of virtual sessions about solar energy. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to go solar from real solar homeowners, speak with nationally acclaimed solar experts, and connect with fellow solar supporters from around the country.
Read MoreIn Clean Energy, Guest Post
Federal Pandemic Aid Hasn’t Reached Most Kentucky Farmers
USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program has missed 70% of Kentucky’s farmers and has been largely inaccessible for direct market, small-scale, and specialty crop producers and farmers of color.
Read MoreIn COVID Response, Equity, Food systems, Guest Post, Policy, Value ChainsMore posts by topic:
Clean Energy Creative Placemaking Food systems Guest Post Healthy Food Access Policy Publication Public Health Research Stories Value ChainsGet social on
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Shoutout to our friends at Community Farm Alliance and read this article that highlights their recent work:
www.100daysinappalachia.com/2020/10/billions-in-covid-relief-has-gone-to-farmers-just-not-black-f...
Billions in COVID Relief Has Gone to Farmers. Just Not Black or Family-Owned Farms in Appalachia.
www.100daysinappalachia.com
It’s been seven years since the second round of settlements promised to Black farmers in a two-part class…Our friends at SustainFloyd are hosting an exciting event November 14-15!
The Blue Ridge Virtual Eco Fair will harness the power of technology to present clear information and inspiration to help participants acquire the skills they need to make changes in their own lifestyles and to become creative problem solvers and powerful advocates.
This year we will focus on strategies for energy conservation, sustainable agriculture, environmental protection, and simple living.
Attendees will gain access to:
-Information through real-time presentations & interviews online
-Webinars/ tutorials
-Product exhibits
-Stories from practitioners from the Blue Ridge area.
The event will be an opportunity for advocates, vendors, consumers, and students to interact and exchange ideas that would illuminate issues that will lead to a more sustainable world. Space is limited, register today! hopin.to/events/blue-ridge-eco-fair#booths
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Is irrigation something a farmer HAS to do? In short, no. But there are a lot of positives with irrigation. In this video we will review the positive ways to irrigate as well as some not so positive routes.
Anyone who watches at least 5 videos and takes the survey will be entered into a drawing to win a door prize! forms.gle/vgEYSViC9U5vwJwu9
#irrigation #watermanagement #growingfarmers #farmeducationmonth #livingbetterlocally
Penn State Extension is offering a FREE, 4-part webinar series focusing on racism within our USA's food & ag systems! Register today: extension.psu.edu/exploring-racial-equity-and-access-in-our-food-system-history-land-access-and-race
Exploring Racial Equity and Access in Our Food System: History, Land Access, and Race
extension.psu.edu
Learn about the impact of racism within the food and agricultural systems during this webinar.