THE REGIONAL MOBILISATION SUMMIT
​What is it?
The Regional Mobilisation Summit aims to bring together community leaders and skilled individuals to foster self-sustaining community governance. By focusing on collaboration, practical action, and inclusive dialogue, the summit seeks to empower participants to address local issues, enhance volunteerism, and unite diverse voices in the community.
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Why is it significant for the region?
Community organisations in rural areas are essential but often struggle with sustainability and leadership succession, largely due to their reliance on volunteers. While motivated leaders exist, there's a disconnect between their skills and the needs of these organisations. Addressing this gap in community governance is crucial for the resilience and growth of these groups.
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What are the expected outcomes?
The summit aims to inspire collective empowerment, identify practical actions for community benefit, and motivate participants to volunteer their skills. Over the next year, these actions are expected to be implemented and measured, ensuring lasting benefits for the community.
'Bringing together community leaders and skilled individuals for open dialogue and practical experimentation to foster self-sustaining community governance.'
2024 GUEST SPEAKERS
Scott Ko
Strategist, Social Entrepreneur and Leadership Scholar-Practitioner
Scott is a strategist, social entrepreneur, and leadership scholar-practitioner. He is passionate about helping people broaden the scope of their thinking, better understand each other to overcome divides, and translate ideas into action.
Samuel Wilson Ph.D.
Social Psychologist and Leadership Scholar
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Sam is a social psychologist and leadership scholar. He is passionate about leadership development and helping people develop their own leadership and the leadership of those around them.
OUTCOMES OF THE 2024 SUMMIT
The 2024 Regional Mobilisation Summit brought together a vibrant mix of community leaders, advocates, and changemakers to address the challenges facing community organisations. Focused on themes like financial stability, volunteer retention, and fostering collaboration, the Summit provided a space for robust dialogue, innovative problem-solving, and actionable outcomes. Attendees embraced 'clumsy' solutions, explored grassroots strategies, and built connections to drive meaningful change across the region.