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Date: 14 September 2011
Start Time: 09.30
End Time: 17.30
Venue: TBC
Town/City: Bradford
Postcode:
Country: UK
Cost: £300+VAT (20% discount available for alumni)
Description: Bradford is the fourth largest metropolitan District in the UK, with a population of around 500,000. It is a City with a strong heritage in manufacturing, was a leader in the industrial revolution and a lynch pin of the textile industry. Bradford has shared the post-industrial decline of many Northern cities and is now trying to rebuild itself. How does a city on the cusp of change perceive itself and how is it seen by others? Can it rebuild a reputation by itself or should it look to act as a second city to its neighbour Leeds in a City Region? You will be asked to consider how place brand and image is created and the role regeneration can play. You will be given the opportunity to explore the theme openly and discuss these issues with fellow Common Purpose participants from Bradford and other areas and with external contributors. We aim to take you out of your comfort zone and ask you to think about the real issues that need to be addressed in another region. TIMING The day will start at 9.30am UK time and will finish at 5.15pm. AIMS & OBJECTIVES • Participants immerse themselves in a key issue facing leaders in another city to better understand the issues and grapple with the challenges • Participants have the opportunity to navigate an environment outside their normal experience • Participants develop links with leaders from other parts of the UK and Europe • Participants reflect on what lessons can be drawn for the regeneration of other cities. TRAVEL The nearest train stations are Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport. ACCOMMODATION If you need to be able to stay overnight in order to join us for a 9.30am start on Wednesday, please contact lucymarie.morris@commonpurpose.org.uk for further information.
For More information or to book:
Contact Name: Lucymarie Morris
Contact Phone: 01274 375 554
Contact Email: lucymarie.morris@commonpurpose.org.uk
