June 2023 Newsletter
Dear RECLAIM Network Members,
RECLAIM Network Plus Conference
11th September 2023
Come meet fellow Green-Blue enthusiasts and specialists at our RECLAIM Network Plus Conference at the University of Surrey.
Along with the opportunity to discover more about the network and its research, you will have the opportunity to join workshops led by local artists to create a mini sculptural habitat.
To register for the networks first large engagement event CLICK HERE
Urban Greenspace and People Project Blog -
Urban Rewilding
This exciting project led by the University of Gloucestershire aims to explore the challenges and benefits of rewilding in urban contexts.
For more info on this project
Urban Greenspace and People Project Blog - Co-design
The research team from Imperial College London, including Dr Tilly Collins, D Alexandra Collins, and Thuy Nguyen, have been working on the potential of using a co-design approach in creating a green space that is inclusive and functional for all.
Read more about their work HERE
Workshop Blog -
Mini RECLAIM Conference
On the 14th June the RECLAIM Network Plus funded a workshop organised by the Bristol Natural History Consortium (BNHC) supported by the National Trust, University of West England, Avon Wildlife Trust and Bristol City Council to discuss how public health, biodiversity and the planning and management of green and blue spaces ensure our cities are most ‘liveable’.
For the full blog CLICK HERE
Upcoming Webinar #14 - Cardiff Council's actions against Climate Change
We are pleased to announce Webinar #14 of the RECLAIM Network Plus Webinar Series on 05 July 2023 - 12:30-13:30 BST.
The RECLAIM Network Webinar Series consists of monthly one-hour online sessions, until February 2025. Each webinar will have 2 speakers, each speaking for 20 minutes, with time for a Q&A afterwards. All the webinars are recorded to make it available for viewing on demand.
Further details of this event can be found here
Recording of Webinar #13 - GBGI and Marginalised Communities & Place-Based Approach to Tackling Climate Change
Thank you to everyone who attended Webinar #13. If you missed the webinar, you can watch the recording via the link below.
To view previous webinars in the series click here
Nature Based Solutions Database Launches
One of our network partners has launched the Urban Governance Atlas. The first of its kind, the online database showcases 250 policy instruments from 41 countries supporting nature-based solutions & ecosystem restoration. Users can search the interactive design for the instruments most relevant to their context or interests via an advanced filtering system (e.g. by type of instrument, region or challenges addressed).
Add NEW Resources
An opportunity for you to submit your work relating to green and blue infrastructure via the new resource page on the RECLAIM website so others can read & benefit from your research. Current Resources List
Please submit your published papers, reports, policy briefs, tools and guidance documents here
PhD Opportunity -
University of Surrey
Click here for more details or to send in your CV contact Prof Prashant Kumar p.kumar@surrey.ac.uk
RECLAIM Network Plus Membership
We currently have 508 members, from a wide variety of sectors right across the globe, see the main areas of interest among our network below.
Below is the sign up link for the membership form. Please share among your colleagues/networks and especially encourage your contacts in city decision-making and local government to join.
Website
Our website lists all network activities. To view the RECLAIM Network Plus website click here
You Tube
Our You Tube channel provides recordings of RECLAIM Network events including the webinar series. To view click here
Our Twitter page currently has 467 followers. You can follow us for the latest RECLAIM Network Plus updates here
Our LinkedIn page currently has 408 followers. If you are on LinkedIn, you can follow us for the latest RECLAIM Network Plus updates here
What’s next?
More info on our RECLAIM Network Plus Conference - 11th September 2023
Blogs from our second Knowledge Exchange Visit and Urban Greenspace and People projects.
Update on our GBGI Database plans
PLUS lots more.