Good for the Hood Virtual Event - Successful Community Building

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Join community expert Abbey Pantano for a practical session on building strong, engaged local communities. Abbey will share actionable strategies that help councils, residents, and community groups create meaningful connections that boost wellbeing. Abbey Pantano is a community architect and founder of Impact Collab. She helps purpose-driven founders and local groups design resilient, engaged communities, and has co-led initiatives at One Roof.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Frameworks for community building – Create structures and activities that foster trust, participation, and lasting engagement.

  • Strategies for connection and collaboration – Bring neighbours and local groups together around shared goals or initiatives.

  • Practical tools for engagement – Insights on running events, coordinating volunteers, welcoming new members, and maintaining momentum.

  • Supporting communities in crisis – Learn how to forge relationships and strengthen networks during hardship or traumatic events.

What You’ll Get:

  • Lessons from real projects – Real-world examples of what works and what doesn’t at a grassroots level.

  • Interactive Q&A – Bring your local challenges and get tailored advice for your council, neighbourhood, or community group.

Who Should Attend:

  • Community groups, and residents seeking to strengthen belonging, connection, and inclusion in their area.

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When

  • Tuesday, 03 March 2026 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Location

Virtual event - Join online