Easterseals Inc CoDirector NADTC Beyond Here and There Transforming Mobility in Rural America We Want to Change the Way We Think about Rural Transportation wwwnadtcorg ID: 747757
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Carol R. Wright Kenderdine Easterseals, Inc. Co-Director, NADTC
Beyond Here and There:
Transforming Mobility in Rural AmericaSlide2
We Want to Change the Way We Think about Rural Transportation…www.nadtc.org
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Simon Sinek in his Ted Talk and his book, “Start with Why” inspires people to do the things that inspire them. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Inspired people think WHY first.
www.nadtc.org3Beyond Here and There – The “Why & How” We Should & Can Transform Mobility in Rural AmericaSlide4
WHY?You all have a personal reason for attending this Summit.Why did YOU decide it was important to attend?
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Why…For many of you, it is about an opportunity toMake a Difference
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Opportunity Abounds…You have an opportunity to have an impact on the rural mobility landscape.
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HOW?Today’s Summit gives us the opportunity to gather thought leaders – each of you in this room – practitioners in the field technology gurus
policy makers philanthropists big thinkers – to play an interconnected role in moving from WHY to HOW… www.nadtc.org7Slide8
How?Nothing happens in isolation. Each of you plays a distinct, yet interconnected role as a catalyst in achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities.As we begin today, keep in the front of your thoughts: HOW can I be a part of making a difference?
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Collective Wisdom, Energy, and CommitmentWe all know the Fairy Tale about Stone Soup. It only takes shape and becomes something when everyone contributes.
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CollaborationA great cook knows at the end of the day, that is not what is on the table, but who is in the chairs, that makes for a great success! BORPSATRural parts of the country are famous for their Potluck suppers.
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What Do You Hope to Gain from the Summit?To become more exposed to the realities of rural transportation and agingTo understand current trends in rural mobilityTo recognize existing barriers to achieving a quick “fix”
To forge new collaborations and partnershipsTo understand and embrace new technologiesTo foster innovations that can transform mobility options for rural AmericaOther ideas?www.nadtc.org11Slide12
Rural What does “rural” transit look like?
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Not a One Size Fits AllWhen you have seen one rural transit system, you have seen ONE rural transit system.
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FundingWhat kind of funding proposals can have the biggest impact in rural areas?Why is it important to invest in rural America?
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Policieswww.nadtc.org
15How do current federal, state and local policies affect the provision of transportation in rural communities?How does policy drive performance?Slide16
A Thought-Provoking ChallengeLook for your “AHA” moment. Each of us should have at least one!
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A Spark!www.nadtc.org
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Take Action!What will YOU do when you leave hereto TAKE
ACTION and MAKE A DIFFERENCE!www.nadtc.org18Slide19
Questions?www.nadtc.org
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