Transition Towns training

The challenges of peak oil, climate change and economic crisis are looming in the not-distant future. Instead of waiting for political leaders to act, many communities have taken the initiative to build community resilience and enhance the quality of life in their own region. The movement for transition towns started in England but has spread worldwide, with the nearest being Montpelier, Vt. We have an easy opportunity to get involved, thanks to folks in Binghamton, NY organizing a training session- see below.

TRANSITION TOWNS - http://transitiontowns.org/

Welcome to Transition US

We are a nonprofit organization that provides inspiration, support, training, and networking for Transition Initiatives across the United States.

Transition Initiatives are part of a vibrant, international grassroots movement that builds community resilience in response to the challenges of peak oil, climate change and the economic crisis.

Together we can make the transition to a more fulfilling, equitable and sustainable world.

* Training for Transition

Date: January 16, 2010 – January 17, 2010, Binghamton, NY

You are invited to participate in the two-day Training for Transition course – the training workshop from the global Transition Towns movement. The Binghamton Regional Sustainability Coalition (BRSC) invites those interested in creating a more resilient community and enhancing the quality of life in our region to join us in learning about the Transition Towns model from three of the trainers in the U.S. Through envisioning, planning and action, we will come together to build regional resilience and address the triple challenges of peak oil, climate change and economic instability.

BRSC’s goal is to start a Transition Initiative (TI) in our community. At the training we will learn how to facilitate a large-scale conversation & practical projects to enhance local food systems, renewable energy & efficiency, sustainable transportation & land use, & more. We will explore ways of involving more people & supporting broader community engagement. Join us to learn about a citizen initiative that can help us increase passion & commitment to remake our beautiful valley into a more sustainable & prosperous place to live!

Curriculum:
The course describes how to set up, run, and sustain a successful Transition Initiative. It is packed with imaginative and inspiring ways to engage your community, and delves into both the theory and practice of Transition that has worked so well in dozens of communities in the U.S and worldwide.

* Learn ways of encouraging the creation of a positive, shared vision for your community’s future
* Receive tools for community outreach, education and engagement
* Learn how to summarize the triple challenge of Climate Change, Peak Oil and economic instability in ways that move people to positive action
* Expand your knowledge of options and approaches to help our communities overcome obstacles and positively responding to the challenge of energy transition
* Receive support for becoming a Transition catalyst in your community
* Connect with others who are responding to the call for Transition
* Become a part of a rapidly growing positive, inspirational, global movement.

Training Schedule:
Saturday, Jan. 16 9am-5pm
Sunday Jan. 17 9:30am-5pm.

Trainers:
Bill Wilson
Rebecca Wilson
Tina Clarke

Location:
Greenman Senior Center, 37 Pine St, Binghamton, NY, 13901

Organizer: Binghamton Regional Sustainability Coalition (BRSC)

Weekend Cost:
$100 for individuals; For organizations, $200 for one person or $300 for two. An additional $25 is due for payments received after January 8. Partial scholarships are available based on need and for work exchange. Lunch, refreshments, and materials included. Lodging is not included. Donations for scholarships greatly appreciated.

Registration:
Register online at: www.binghamtonsustainability.org on the Transition Initiative page (preferred) or send your name, address, phone, email, dietary needs and a check made payable to "BRSC-Transition Training" to: BRSC, P.O. Box 209, Binghamton, NY 13902.

Questions?
Contact Adam Flint, BRSC, 607-761-8337, flint@igc.org
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Local contact: John Keevert 585 473 0295