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NEK Together Conference
Coverage of NEK Together Conference in the Nexus archive.
- Nonprofits are more than charities in the Northeast Kingdom
The Northeast Kingdom, facing deep poverty and population decline due to its rural nature, was designated a Rural Economic Area Partnership zone by the federal government. The Northeast Kingdom Collaborative serves as the region's neutral convener, coordinating efforts among various stakeholders to align limited resources and foster revitalization through collaboration. Through activities like specialized sector convenings and conferences, the collaborative works to address critical regional barriers such as housing.