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2017 Second International ABCD Conference in Goa, India

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 Goa group photo

In January 2017, 138 people from 15 countries gathered in Goa, India for the Second Annual ABCD International Festival. Many thanks to ABCD Faculty member, Peter Friend and Executive Officer, Maria D’Souza for providing the coordination through Peter’s organization, Bank of I.D.E.A.S.​ to make this event possible. What an inspiring and amazing opportunity to focus on the philosophy and practice of Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) over five plus days. Most of all, having the time and opportunity to meet practitioners from all over the world to connect and share stories and ideas was invaluable.

The program was filled with an enriching combination of ABCD presenters from across the globe as well as a cultural and historical education about the local Goan community and the ways they are using ABCD principles.

For those who did not have the opportunity to attend, check out the website for the wonderful insights, ideas, tools and resources that were shared.

Below are a few highlighted resources. ​​​