We have encountered huge interest in communities becoming stronger with people thirsty for information. There are fascinating developments in many pockets of Aotearoa/New Zealand where people are working together to make their communities better connected and more supportive, surviving and thriving economically and connected with their environment.

In response to this, Inspiring Communities is finding ways to support a core learning cluster of initiatives, the development of regional learning networks and the development of local leaders and leadership styles that foster community-led development.

This section contains information, ideas, and developments from the activities of the Inspiring Communities Exchange and the Learning Initiatives that make up the Network.

It is increasingly clear we are part of a world wide movement of revitalisation led from the 'inside of' the community.
Stewart Island/Rakiura resident