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GLIA Webinar: Ideas and lessons for island communities to influence mainland decision makers

The Great Lakes Islands Alliance (GLIA) is pleased to host this free meeting for Great Lakes island leaders, residents, and advocates.

Presentation Description:

George is a long-time political advisor, organizer, and consultant with expertise in stakeholder relations. He has worked with or for many levels of government, including both the Canadian federal and provincial Parliaments.  George will tell the complex story of endangered species protection on Pelee Island and explain how they moved from polarization to collaboration. This webinar will conclude with discussion about common approaches for islands to more effectively work with mainland governments.

About GLIA:

The Great Lakes Islands Alliance (GLIA) is a voluntary, bi-national network of island leaders, residents, and advocates.  Our mission is to “encourage relationship building, foster information exchange, and leverage resources to address shared challenges and embrace opportunities to benefit islands.” In addition to our core purpose of connecting our islands to one another, GLIA strives to provide you access to leading experts from around the region, nation and world on topics important to island communities. Learn more about GLIA by visiting our website: https://glialliance.org

If you have any questions about GLIA or this webinar, please email Peter Huston at phuston@stewardshipnetwork.org

Dec 12, 2022 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)