2023 saw the first pilot Folkestone & Hythe Sustainable Futures Forum event – hosted at the Burlington Hotel.
This free event, attended by approx 90 people, consisted of 8 TEDx style talks – delivered by local people with inspiring community and business projects and ideas. The event also featured breakout activities including speaker Q+As, guided discussions, networking, workshops, and opportunities to find new partnership, support and collaborations.
The event provided the opportunity for anyone interested in sustainability to join the conversation – creating more joined up thinking and breaking down silos. You can still watch the videos of the speakers talks via the Talks tab or link HERE
A 5 month programme of engagement
This finale event on 29th April was the culmination of a 5 month long programme of opportunities and support – designed to both build interest in the finalise event, but also to engage the public and provide awareness opportunities for local projects, groups and businesses more broadly. The programme of engagement included:
Coaching Programme
A development programme to help local speakers to develop their project ideas, and gain skills and confidence to deliver impactful talks
Community Engagement
Community engagement events to hear what people would like to see from the events, and to host networking opportunities
Project Incubation
Project development group workshops hosted to help any one with early stage ideas to refine and share it, while also networking with other projects
Local Projects Showcased
Video case studies with local projects shared on social media to raise awareness.
Press Opportunities
The event and local projects promoted locally, including speakers talks aired on BBC Radio Kent
Live Stream & Talk Videos
Speakers talks published online, as well as live stream of event making it accessible to all
2023 Progamme Impact Report
Full details of activities and impact can be seen in the Impact Report below, along with a selection of attendee testimonials
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