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Our upcoming report in collaboration with Mahi a Rongo | The Helen Clark Foundation 'Bridging the Infrastructure Gap' explores the funding and financing of infrastructure in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Hear from Rt. Hon. Helen Clark as she gives a sneak peek into what the report will cover, and why the topic is so important. Our report is launching soon - sign up now to get first access: https://bit.ly/3wILHJG #WeAreWSP #HCFandWSP #FundingandFinance #BridgingTheGap

🚨 Do you understand why developing tribally-owned broadband infrastructure is so important? 🚨 Because the broadband infrastructure we’re developing in our partner communities is tribally-owned, the process looks different. Tlingit & Haida tribal citizens are stewards of the land, which means we are selective about where, what and how we build. We can employ tribal citizens to help us build out this infrastructure. And once it’s complete, it becomes another economic tool we can use to continue building the wealth of our communities. Partner with us! [Link/Bio]

Developing local infrastructure outcomes that focus on helping local communities is insightful. Developing local infrastructure outcomes that also dance to the tune of funders and public sector bodies can be troublesome, but it shouldn't be. Is it a case of not thinking too much or do we need to hammer this out once and for all? #localinfrastruturematters #localcommunities

Federal programs like IIJA poured billions of dollars towards advancing equitable transportation initiatives. But without strong collaboration between advocates, agencies, and community organizations to implement funds equitably, these investments risk perpetuating the same transportation disparities they seek to address. Read more on our recommended collaboration principles for community organizations and institutions to best engage with each other in advancing more equitable transportation policies and programs in our latest blog by Hana Creger and Tamika L. Butler, Esq.: https://bit.ly/494sLCe

Join us for two days of in-depth discussions and the latest insights on funding and financing opportunities for both #housing and infrastructure needs in First Nations communities. View agenda: https://bit.ly/3uodbTM   #FNHWest #IndigenousCanada

How can your organisation avoid funding gaps? 💡 In her blog for 'Investing in Community Solutions' day, Wales Transport Strategy Lead Michelle Clarke shares tips on building a solid funding pipeline to keep #CommunityTransport services running smoothly: https://lnkd.in/eAQq-EmB #CTWeek24 #CommunitySolutions

Here's the annual report of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC Capacity Building Fund, which supports Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies to increase the scale, quality and sustainability of their humanitarian services.

To close the infrastructure gap by 2030 in First Nations communities will cost $349.2 billion. Closing this gap is essential for achieving true reconciliation and ensuring the well-being of our communities. One word, #Monetization

📉 Let's not let this become a missed opportunity: Can you help ensure that funding to collaboratively restore our rivers won't flatline? With no river in good overall condition, it is clear that we need to see much more action at scale and across all areas of our catchments. We need to build and nurture partnerships and, crucially, develop impactful projects across different sectors to help our rivers and catchments recover. The Catchment-based Approach (CaBA) helps us do just that. Yet, a promised increase in funding continues to hang in the balance. We'd like to see clarification from Defra, as to whether a much-needed commitment to invest in our rivers will be implemented. This is where we need your help 🙏 : On our blog, you'll find more info + a template on how to message your local MP 📩 👇 https://lnkd.in/edcNJvmM 📸 of last year's river restoration work in Leicester - facilitated by the Soar catchment partnership.

At Battle River Power Coop, we take pride in supporting the local economy. In 2023 and 2024, over 24% of our annual expenditures, totaling $9.1 million, were spent right in the communities we serve. Provincially, we contributed $37.9 million, representing just over 85.7% of our total spending, reinforcing our commitment to Alberta businesses. 💼 We’re proud to keep it local and help strengthen the communities that power us all! ⚡ #SmallBusinessWeek #BRPowerCoop #SupportLocal #AlbertaStrong #CommunityInvestment #LocalEconomy #WorldStatisticsDay