People in southern Illinois are building local community resilience in the face of climate change. Self-sufficiency in energy and food is a key part of this effort, and can result in more and better jobs in the region. Keeping our money local, supporting local producers, and investing in local businesses is something everyone can do to support this effort. In this seminar series, we’re exploring topics of community self-sufficiency, buying local, developing cooperative employee-owned businesses, and investment strategies that keep money local. Speakers will cover topics that can benefit our region, as well as initiatives that are already underway. The goal is to educate and inspire everyone to action in helping to make our region prosperous, productive and sustainable.