What?
Southern Institute for Rural Development

When?
April 24-26, 2006

Where?
West Monroe Convention Center
West Monroe, Louisiana

Who Is Involved?
USDA Rural Development in Louisiana, in cooperation with the Southern Rural Development Center

Who Should Attend?
Key agency representatives in Louisiana and the Southern region -- professionals who are, or wish to become, actively involved in rural development work at the local, multi-parish (county), state or regional level.

Why?
This conference will provide participants a more in-depth understanding of topics that are vital to the long-term health of rural areas--job creation and innovation, education challenges, population diversity and building on local resources and assets.

More Information?
Browse topics using the menu bar on the left. Questions should be directed to Rachel Welborn, Southern Rural Development Center.