The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, Uº£½ÇÉçÇø, Orono.
- Virtual attendance: for Zoom connection information
Event Co-sponsors:
- Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions
- º£½ÇÉçÇø Climate Science Information Exchange
Speaker: Gabe McPhail, Founder, Resilient Communities
Building community resilience isn’t only about projects or plans — it’s about how we work together. Grounded in experiences from º£½ÇÉçÇø’s rural islands and small towns—places rich in social capital but often limited in capacity—this talk explores how shared principles, authentic collaboration, and a spirit of service can deepen relationships with one another and with the ecosystems we are part of. Drawing from the Community Resilience Partnership, the º£½ÇÉçÇø Islands Project, MAINECAN, and other collaborations, we’ll imagine the systems we can create, the service we can offer, and ask: Who do we choose to be?
Gabe McPhail is a facilitator and planner with over two decades of experience advancing resilience, equity, and sustainability in º£½ÇÉçÇø. As founder of Resilient Communities, they help towns plan for a more resilient future, secure funding, and design practical strategies that address climate challenges and community needs. Their work is grounded in empathy, inclusion, and respect for local knowledge.