Berkshire County CAN!
We work in Berkshire County to strengthen regional capacity through engagement and collaboration to prepare for an uncertain future.
We are 14 regional planning master’s students at UMass Amherst collaborating with the Berkshire Regional Planning Council.
We strive to learn more about the Berkshires, and the challenges facing the towns within.
We are learning from the events we attend, the interviews we conduct, and the community that we engage.
We are developing tools and resources for citizens and policymakers alike that will help prepare the Berkshire region for a resilient future.
Stay tuned for these resources and updates on our progress!
Capacity
— Building on the people, resources, knowledge, and partnerships within Berkshire County.
Adaptation
— Preparing communities to respond and adjust to changing social, economic, and environmental conditions.
Needs
— Listening to communities to understand what matters most and where additional support and investments are needed.