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From Vacant to Vibrant Webinar Series

This webinar series includes real-world examples, actionable tools, and fresh ideas for EDD staff and partners looking to spark economic growth, fill empty spaces, and support the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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Webinar: Repurposing Vacant Houses of Worship

This webinar explores how municipalities can engage religious leaders, congregations, and developers to thoughtfully reimagine these properties. Whether repurposed for affordable housing, social services, the arts, or mixed-use community hubs, houses of worship can serve as powerful anchors for revitalization when guided by strategic collaboration.

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Wealth Creation EDD Learning Cohort

The NADO Research Foundation is pleased to announce applications are open for the 7-month EDD Wealth Creation Learning Cohort, a new pilot program offered through the Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP). Join with other EDD staff interested in integrating wealth creation into their regions.

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Webinar: Building Partnerships and Building Homes

The NADO Research Foundation and Neighbor Works America partnered on this joint training opportunity to connect national networks of EDDs and Neighbor Works America affiliate organizations. Participants learned about ways these valuable economic and community development organizations can work together to address affordable housing in their regions.

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Reviving Main Street through Community-Based Design: Northwest New Mexico COG and Coal Avenue Commons

Coal Avenue Commons has been activating downtown Gallup for over two years. The Northwest New Mexico COG, along with local and state partners, worked with the local community from day one to create a public space that would be welcoming and usable by residents and tourists alike. This case study tells the story of how Coal Avenue Commons helped transform Gallup’s stagnant economy into a flourishing and vibrant cultural destination.

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