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Essential Definitions for Rural Development

A comprehensive glossary of key terms and concepts frequently used in rural development.

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Family and Household Structure and Change in Rural America

Paper explores changing family structures in Rural America.

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Pathways to Health Equity: Rural Wellbeing and Regional Assets

How the health equity and economic development fields intersect and can collaborate to bring prosperity to rural communities.

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Building Blocks of Rural Development

Paper is intended to be a reference point for state and local leaders to address economic development in rural South.

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Why Advocates for Rural Health and Health Equity Should Work Together

Rural health disparities are well documented, as are racial and ethnic health disparities (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality 2020). Evidence...

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The Rural Aperture Project – Aspen CSG

The Rural Aperture Project from the Center on Rural Innovation is intended to provide all those advancing rural prosperity — from practitioners...

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Continental Drift: NAFTA and Its Aftershocks

Report finds that the passage of NAFTA caused lasting effect in low-wage economies in both the United States and Mexico.

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Climate Solutions for Rural Regions

A recent New York Times article detailed the climate-related pros and cons of using wood pellets for heating in the Southeast United...

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Essential Definitions for Rural Development

A comprehensive glossary of key terms and concepts frequently used in rural development.

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Thrive Rural Framework: Foundational Element

The Foundational Element of the Thrive Rural Framework requires identifying and dismantling historical and ongoing discriminatory practices that disadvantage rural people and places.  

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Gilpin County Regional Planning Commission Report

Report details findings of survey that assess the recreation and park needs of residents of the three governmental entities (Black Hawk, Central City and Gilpin County).

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Selecting States: Proposal Submission & Review Process

Document provides a comprehensive list of Request for Proposals (RFP) of state legislative leaders applying for an Investing in People Project (IIP) designed to formulate, refine, and implement integrated systems for workforce preparation and economic development.