According to an Ofcom survey:
1. Television is the most popular platform for accessing news, with 78% of UK adults using it and BBC 1 news being the most popular program.
2. However, 9 out of 10 UK adults access news across television, newspapers, radio, and the internet.
3. News consumption is higher among those over 55 and those in higher socioeconomic groups, who tend to use a wider variety of platforms.
Lisa Horton, Media Relations Manager at the University of East Anglia, discusses the Ashtag smartphone app that was created to track the spread of ash dieback disease. The app launched on October 29th after being conceived on October 25th and built over the weekend. It proved effective at engaging the public and media, receiving over 22,000 visits to its website and 1,040 geotagged sightings submitted. Analysis of the data collected found 50 sightings were considered likely cases of the disease by experts.
2019 February Hounslow Grant for Residents with DementiaFoundations
The London Borough of Hounslow introduced a Grant for Residents with Dementia during the 2017/18 financial year following a dementia seminar in February 2017. The grant provides funding for minor home modifications like ramps, grab rails, and improved lighting to help residents with dementia live safely and independently. A GPS tracking device monitored by a community alarm service was also issued to some grant recipients. The grant was capped initially at £1,000 but later increased to £2,500 under a new policy.
Presentation delivered by Poppy Lakeman Fraser, Natural History Museum, as part of the Delegate Showcase session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
This document discusses two examples of how an air filtration company used customer insights from research to take action. The first example describes how the company conducted needs-based customer segmentation research to identify key purchase drivers and develop customer personas. The second example discusses a business operations survey that established customer expectations and identified reasons for customer retention and attrition. The insights from these studies were then used to implement process improvements, target marketing, and enhance the customer experience.
According to an Ofcom survey:
1. Television is the most popular platform for accessing news, with 78% of UK adults using it and BBC 1 news being the most popular program.
2. However, 9 out of 10 UK adults access news across television, newspapers, radio, and the internet.
3. News consumption is higher among those over 55 and those in higher socioeconomic groups, who tend to use a wider variety of platforms.
Lisa Horton, Media Relations Manager at the University of East Anglia, discusses the Ashtag smartphone app that was created to track the spread of ash dieback disease. The app launched on October 29th after being conceived on October 25th and built over the weekend. It proved effective at engaging the public and media, receiving over 22,000 visits to its website and 1,040 geotagged sightings submitted. Analysis of the data collected found 50 sightings were considered likely cases of the disease by experts.
2019 February Hounslow Grant for Residents with DementiaFoundations
The London Borough of Hounslow introduced a Grant for Residents with Dementia during the 2017/18 financial year following a dementia seminar in February 2017. The grant provides funding for minor home modifications like ramps, grab rails, and improved lighting to help residents with dementia live safely and independently. A GPS tracking device monitored by a community alarm service was also issued to some grant recipients. The grant was capped initially at £1,000 but later increased to £2,500 under a new policy.
Presentation delivered by Poppy Lakeman Fraser, Natural History Museum, as part of the Delegate Showcase session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
This document discusses two examples of how an air filtration company used customer insights from research to take action. The first example describes how the company conducted needs-based customer segmentation research to identify key purchase drivers and develop customer personas. The second example discusses a business operations survey that established customer expectations and identified reasons for customer retention and attrition. The insights from these studies were then used to implement process improvements, target marketing, and enhance the customer experience.
The document summarizes the "Wow! Gorillas" campaign conducted by Bristol Zoo Gardens to celebrate its 175th anniversary. The campaign involved placing life-sized painted fiberglass gorilla sculptures across Bristol which over 300,000 people followed on a trail. It was highly successful in driving visitors, fundraising, and raising awareness of the Zoo's conservation work. Over £500,000 was raised for the charity through sponsorship and auctioning the sculptures. The campaign engaged schools and increased the Zoo's online and social media presence. It was deemed a great success in celebrating the Zoo's history and impact.
The EPA Catchments Unit held its 2018 annual Catchment Management Network Meeting on 14 November. All our local authorities and many other public bodies are invited to this meeting to talk about how to protect and improve Ireland's waters.
Findhorn ecovillage - Sustainable EcovillageROHIT DABAS
Situated in northern Scotland, Findhorn Ecovillage was founded in the 1960s and has since grown to over 500 residents living in 65 eco-buildings. The community aims to demonstrate sustainable development through ecological housing, renewable energy systems, organic food production, and sustainable economics. Notable achievements include producing more electricity than needed through four community-owned wind turbines, an ecologically engineered sewage treatment plant, and establishing their own local currency. Findhorn has received several awards for its pioneering work in sustainable living.
The document discusses a community gardening initiative in Billings, Montana that aims to address food insecurity and support pollinator conservation through a citizen science approach. The initiative involves developing community gardens on public lands to provide educational opportunities and access to fresh produce for low-income residents. It explores how food security, pollinator conservation, and native plant restoration can be mutually supportive by taking a pollinator-focused approach using native plants and considering the socio-cultural landscape in their expansion plans, such as through "pocket parks" along pollinator corridors.
West Weald Landscape Project Conference: South downs woodlands, heathlands an...Sussex Wildlife Trust
The South Downs National Park Forestry Partnership, Heathlands Reunited, and Woodland Bats Project aim to conserve and enhance woodland and heathland habitats. The forestry partnership maps woodland ownership and works with landowners on management. Heathlands Reunited expands heathland areas through restoration and improves ecological connectivity. The bats project restores woodland bat habitats through woodland restoration and enhancing roosting and foraging areas. Together these projects work to improve biodiversity in the national park through collaborative habitat management.
Winner of the Impact Award of the CILIP PPRG Marketing Excellence Awards. Presentation given by Ben Sanderson from The British Library at the PPRG seminar in Birmingham on 8 November 2013.
Breakout Session Slides
Stewardship of the Western Monarch Through Community Action – Michele Felix-Derbarmdiker will cover the conservation efforts the RCRCD has undertaken to further Western Monarch recovery. Pivotal to our success has been our variety of community outreach and involvement.
Tuesday, February 13, 4:20 - 5:00 p.m.
This session from the 2014 National Landcare Conference explores different strategies in creating a 'digital shopfront' for Landcare in the online age, using tools such as crowdfunding platform Pozible, Google Earth and social media.
www.pozible.com/landcare
Presenters: Rob Dulhunty, Chairman, Landcare NSW Inc; Alan Crabbe - Co-Founder, Pozible; David Walker - Chairman, National
Landcare Network; Rob Youl - OAM, Chairman, Australian Landcare International; Jenny Quealy - Marketing Consultant, Landcare NSW Inc; Sonia Williams, General Manager, NSW Landcare Inc
Presentation given by Chris Short at the 20th FAO and CIHEAM Mountain Pasture Network held in the Lofoten Islands. Details Common Land in England, threats to them and methods of management.
This document summarizes a meeting about pastoralism held in Rome, Italy from June 26-29, 2018. It notes that there are approximately 200-500 million pastoralists worldwide who nomadically rear livestock in harsh environments and manage resources communally. Pastoralism provides food, fiber and cultural benefits but faces challenges like land insecurity and climate change impacts. The Pastoralist Knowledge Hub was created by FAO to bring pastoralist voices to global discussions and promote sustainable pastoralism through knowledge sharing, strengthening pastoral networks, and multi-stakeholder partnerships.
5. People Changing Places. Alison DrakeKate Watson
This document summarizes the Castleford Project, which involved designing and developing public spaces in Castleford, UK from 2003-2008. It lists over 20 community partners and project funders who collaborated on the initiative. The impacts included 10 new public realm projects, increased community engagement and funding, and plans for retail, housing and culture. International designers worked with local residents to create designs, which were displayed and decided upon by the community.
Pat Conaty 'The Commonwealth Wheel' Dec '13 Shared Assets
This document discusses community land trusts (CLTs) and reclaiming the commons. It provides examples of CLTs in the UK, Scotland, and USA. CLTs are nonprofit organizations that develop and steward affordable housing, community gardens, commercial spaces, and other assets to meet community needs. The document outlines the history and growth of CLTs, provides the "Commonwealth Wheel" model for CLT project development, and discusses funding support available for CLTs in England and Wales through the National CLT Fund. Case studies of specific CLTs in St Minver, Cornwall and on the Isle of Eigg, Scotland are also summarized.
PCC is piloting sustainable community projects in Southsea and Paulsgrove exploring actions in its Greener Homes Strategy. In Southsea, it will retrofit 84 Jubilee Road as an exemplar and deliver activities like roadshows and trainings. In Whitehill Bordon, it will retrofit buildings including a fire station and schools, engage the community through events, and work with the local authority. In Hyde District, it will support an existing climate group and direct residents to advice. In Weston Shore, it will lend 100 electricity monitors to residents in tower blocks to educate them on reducing usage and savings.
The document discusses Ireland's "Gathering 2013" initiative to attract overseas visitors. Key points include:
1) The Gathering aimed to attract 325,000 overseas visitors and generate €170 million in tourism revenue, taking inspiration from Scotland's "Homecoming 2009".
2) Nationwide registrations totaled over 3,600, with Wicklow having 90 registrations. Visitor numbers increased over 7% nationwide compared to the same period in 2012.
3) Various grants were awarded to fund Gathering events across counties, with Wicklow projects receiving €25,000 and €30,000 from two different funds.
4) The document outlines events planned for Wicklow in 2013 as part of the Gather
Presentation delivered by Vinny Ganley, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, as part of the "Engaging the Next Generation" session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Heritage Lottery Fund - Centenary PresentationEmma Banks
The document summarizes information from a Heritage Lottery Fund presentation about funding opportunities for projects related to World War 1 heritage. It outlines that over £28 million has been awarded to 119 WW1 projects since 2010. It provides details on several grant programs that fund projects to explore, conserve, and share local WW1 heritage. Example projects are described that researched local community impacts of the war, restored war memorials, or had youth groups learn about heritage through activities like creating films. Contact information is provided for those interested in applying for funding.
Presentation delivered by Sue Porter, Research Fellow at the Norah Fry Research Centre, University of Bristol as part of the Engaging New Audiences session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Presentation Delivered by Ruth Welters, University of East Anglia, as part of the Living with Environmental Change: Working in Partnership session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
The document summarizes the "Wow! Gorillas" campaign conducted by Bristol Zoo Gardens to celebrate its 175th anniversary. The campaign involved placing life-sized painted fiberglass gorilla sculptures across Bristol which over 300,000 people followed on a trail. It was highly successful in driving visitors, fundraising, and raising awareness of the Zoo's conservation work. Over £500,000 was raised for the charity through sponsorship and auctioning the sculptures. The campaign engaged schools and increased the Zoo's online and social media presence. It was deemed a great success in celebrating the Zoo's history and impact.
The EPA Catchments Unit held its 2018 annual Catchment Management Network Meeting on 14 November. All our local authorities and many other public bodies are invited to this meeting to talk about how to protect and improve Ireland's waters.
Findhorn ecovillage - Sustainable EcovillageROHIT DABAS
Situated in northern Scotland, Findhorn Ecovillage was founded in the 1960s and has since grown to over 500 residents living in 65 eco-buildings. The community aims to demonstrate sustainable development through ecological housing, renewable energy systems, organic food production, and sustainable economics. Notable achievements include producing more electricity than needed through four community-owned wind turbines, an ecologically engineered sewage treatment plant, and establishing their own local currency. Findhorn has received several awards for its pioneering work in sustainable living.
The document discusses a community gardening initiative in Billings, Montana that aims to address food insecurity and support pollinator conservation through a citizen science approach. The initiative involves developing community gardens on public lands to provide educational opportunities and access to fresh produce for low-income residents. It explores how food security, pollinator conservation, and native plant restoration can be mutually supportive by taking a pollinator-focused approach using native plants and considering the socio-cultural landscape in their expansion plans, such as through "pocket parks" along pollinator corridors.
West Weald Landscape Project Conference: South downs woodlands, heathlands an...Sussex Wildlife Trust
The South Downs National Park Forestry Partnership, Heathlands Reunited, and Woodland Bats Project aim to conserve and enhance woodland and heathland habitats. The forestry partnership maps woodland ownership and works with landowners on management. Heathlands Reunited expands heathland areas through restoration and improves ecological connectivity. The bats project restores woodland bat habitats through woodland restoration and enhancing roosting and foraging areas. Together these projects work to improve biodiversity in the national park through collaborative habitat management.
Winner of the Impact Award of the CILIP PPRG Marketing Excellence Awards. Presentation given by Ben Sanderson from The British Library at the PPRG seminar in Birmingham on 8 November 2013.
Breakout Session Slides
Stewardship of the Western Monarch Through Community Action – Michele Felix-Derbarmdiker will cover the conservation efforts the RCRCD has undertaken to further Western Monarch recovery. Pivotal to our success has been our variety of community outreach and involvement.
Tuesday, February 13, 4:20 - 5:00 p.m.
This session from the 2014 National Landcare Conference explores different strategies in creating a 'digital shopfront' for Landcare in the online age, using tools such as crowdfunding platform Pozible, Google Earth and social media.
www.pozible.com/landcare
Presenters: Rob Dulhunty, Chairman, Landcare NSW Inc; Alan Crabbe - Co-Founder, Pozible; David Walker - Chairman, National
Landcare Network; Rob Youl - OAM, Chairman, Australian Landcare International; Jenny Quealy - Marketing Consultant, Landcare NSW Inc; Sonia Williams, General Manager, NSW Landcare Inc
Presentation given by Chris Short at the 20th FAO and CIHEAM Mountain Pasture Network held in the Lofoten Islands. Details Common Land in England, threats to them and methods of management.
This document summarizes a meeting about pastoralism held in Rome, Italy from June 26-29, 2018. It notes that there are approximately 200-500 million pastoralists worldwide who nomadically rear livestock in harsh environments and manage resources communally. Pastoralism provides food, fiber and cultural benefits but faces challenges like land insecurity and climate change impacts. The Pastoralist Knowledge Hub was created by FAO to bring pastoralist voices to global discussions and promote sustainable pastoralism through knowledge sharing, strengthening pastoral networks, and multi-stakeholder partnerships.
5. People Changing Places. Alison DrakeKate Watson
This document summarizes the Castleford Project, which involved designing and developing public spaces in Castleford, UK from 2003-2008. It lists over 20 community partners and project funders who collaborated on the initiative. The impacts included 10 new public realm projects, increased community engagement and funding, and plans for retail, housing and culture. International designers worked with local residents to create designs, which were displayed and decided upon by the community.
Pat Conaty 'The Commonwealth Wheel' Dec '13 Shared Assets
This document discusses community land trusts (CLTs) and reclaiming the commons. It provides examples of CLTs in the UK, Scotland, and USA. CLTs are nonprofit organizations that develop and steward affordable housing, community gardens, commercial spaces, and other assets to meet community needs. The document outlines the history and growth of CLTs, provides the "Commonwealth Wheel" model for CLT project development, and discusses funding support available for CLTs in England and Wales through the National CLT Fund. Case studies of specific CLTs in St Minver, Cornwall and on the Isle of Eigg, Scotland are also summarized.
PCC is piloting sustainable community projects in Southsea and Paulsgrove exploring actions in its Greener Homes Strategy. In Southsea, it will retrofit 84 Jubilee Road as an exemplar and deliver activities like roadshows and trainings. In Whitehill Bordon, it will retrofit buildings including a fire station and schools, engage the community through events, and work with the local authority. In Hyde District, it will support an existing climate group and direct residents to advice. In Weston Shore, it will lend 100 electricity monitors to residents in tower blocks to educate them on reducing usage and savings.
The document discusses Ireland's "Gathering 2013" initiative to attract overseas visitors. Key points include:
1) The Gathering aimed to attract 325,000 overseas visitors and generate €170 million in tourism revenue, taking inspiration from Scotland's "Homecoming 2009".
2) Nationwide registrations totaled over 3,600, with Wicklow having 90 registrations. Visitor numbers increased over 7% nationwide compared to the same period in 2012.
3) Various grants were awarded to fund Gathering events across counties, with Wicklow projects receiving €25,000 and €30,000 from two different funds.
4) The document outlines events planned for Wicklow in 2013 as part of the Gather
Presentation delivered by Vinny Ganley, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, as part of the "Engaging the Next Generation" session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Heritage Lottery Fund - Centenary PresentationEmma Banks
The document summarizes information from a Heritage Lottery Fund presentation about funding opportunities for projects related to World War 1 heritage. It outlines that over £28 million has been awarded to 119 WW1 projects since 2010. It provides details on several grant programs that fund projects to explore, conserve, and share local WW1 heritage. Example projects are described that researched local community impacts of the war, restored war memorials, or had youth groups learn about heritage through activities like creating films. Contact information is provided for those interested in applying for funding.
Presentation delivered by Sue Porter, Research Fellow at the Norah Fry Research Centre, University of Bristol as part of the Engaging New Audiences session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Presentation Delivered by Ruth Welters, University of East Anglia, as part of the Living with Environmental Change: Working in Partnership session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Presentation delivered by Rob Hopkins, Transition Network, as part of the Next Ten Years for People and Nature session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
The OPAL iSpot project aims to engage people with wildlife through digital means like mobile identification keys. It engages both experts and non-experts by allowing community discussion around species identification and recognition of user contributions. Features like reputation systems, badges, and links to other organizations help drive engagement by rewarding participation and connecting online and outdoor experiences. The goal is to determine whether digital tools can effectively engage people with wildlife observation.
Linda Davies - OPAl: Encouraging and Supporting Collaborationbenbnhc
OPAL is a research and education program that aims to encourage collaboration to address major environmental challenges by empowering individuals to contribute to environmental protection. It involves partnerships between universities and research centers to conduct multi-disciplinary research projects. Community scientists and local groups are engaged to conduct research and education projects at a local level. Regional committees coordinate efforts and a national program unites the work while continuing to develop new resources and training. Key findings show that OPAL has successfully motivated more people to explore nature outdoors, contributed to scientific research, and raised environmental awareness.
Keri Facer - The Next Ten Years for People and Naturebenbnhc
Presentation delivered by Professor Keri Facer, University of Bristol, as part of the Next Ten Years for People and Nature session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Judy Ling Wong - Establishing Ethnic Environmental Participationbenbnhc
Presentation delivered by Judy Ling Wong, Honorary President, Black Environmental Network, as part of the Engaging New Audiences session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
Presentation delivered by Paul Appleby, Bristol Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone, as part of the Delegate Showcase session at Communicate 2012: Breaking Boundaries
2. Hedgehog Street
• 3 year campaign launched in June 2011
• Partnership between:
People’s Trust for Endangered Species &
British Hedgehog Preservation Society
3. Communications objectives
• To raise awareness of decline of
hedgehogs
• Increase understanding about reasons for
decline
• Drive traffic to web site & enlist 5,000
Hedgehog Champions
• Encourage neighbours to work together to
create hedgehog friendly gardens
4. Maintaining momentum
• The State of Britain's Hedgehogs
• Hedgehog Street launch
• Supporting academic research
• Hibernation survey
• National media relations campaign
• Supported by social media activity
5. Media coverage
• 246 items of coverage to date
• 21 radio interviews on launch day alone
• Rolling TV coverage – BBC Springwatch,
The One Show, Blue Peter, Countryfile
• 23,000+ Hedgehog Street champions
6. Environmental impact
• 204 hedgehog parties have been
organised by Champions to get their
neighbours involved
• 5,064 natural feeding areas have been
created
• 4,823 gardens have been linked
• 2,660 hedgehogs homes or hibernacula
have been created
• 3,404 hazards removed