The Resilience Series: Building Stronger Communities Together

Resilience is more than a buzzword—it’s the foundation of healthy schools, thriving neighborhoods, and strong communities.

This two-part Resilience Series invites you to explore how local leaders are creating innovative, nature-based solutions that address today’s challenges—from youth mental health to food systems to disaster response.

Join us for two powerful, hands-on gatherings in Davidson and Huntersville this August. You’ll connect with mission-driven community members, learn practical strategies for resilience, and experience firsthand how education and nature-based practices can transform our future.

Featuring leadership from Madison County Community Learning Centers, Cicada Institute & Holistic Consulting


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    This interactive workshop and fundraiser is inspired by post-Hurricane Helene coalition building. Together, we’ll explore how education, first responders, herbalists, local farmers, and community leaders can weave stronger networks for resilience.

    Featuring guest speakers:
    🌿 Debbie DeLisle, founder of the Marshall, NC Resilience Hub—home to the Madison County Community Learning Centers and Woodson Branch Nature School.
    🌿 Sylvie Fanous-Samaan Silva, founder & Executive Director of the Cicada Institute.

    Come ready to learn, collaborate, and take part in building a model of community interdependence.

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    Experience a school-day-style immersion designed to highlight what the future of education can look like. Explore how farm-fresh foods, outdoor learning, mental health practices, and traditional skills create a new model for student and community well-being.

    This is your opportunity to connect with local educators, farmers, and healers who are building systems that support resilience from the ground up.

Why Attend the Resilience Series?

✔ Learn practical, hands-on approaches to resilience.
✔ Connect with leaders in education, health, and community building.
✔ Support mission-driven organizations making real change.
✔ Be part of a movement toward stronger, healthier, more connected communities.

Attend one event or join both—they complement each other and together tell a bigger story of resilience in action.

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August 27 | 4–6pm | Davidson Hurt Hub

Resilience Rising: The Community Interdependence Model

August 28 | 9–11am | Bright Haven Farm

Education & Nature-Based Community Resilience