What people say about The Rural List:
"Thanks for the information. I learnt so much and am now much more confident that I can make this my new career. Thank you!"
"Rural List speakers don't hold back - they tell it how it is."
"Just want to say thank you so much. I found the chat really interesting."
14 October 2021 - Royal Agricultural University - Getting back Together!
A very informal drink in the beautiful Tithe Barn in Cirencester. A chance to reconnect and meet fellow career changers. Fiona will be on hand to provide advice and support as needed. No need to register - just turn up. But, if you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
The Tithe Barn, Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JS
14 October 1830-2000
11 November 2021 - ONLINE EDITION
An online workshop tailored to the needs of the attendees.
We will open with a general presentation covering general points on planning and executing a successful resettlement, followed by overview of career opportunities and GatewayJobs, ways to get experience and whether or not qualifications are necessary.
Please register in advance to get the login details. If you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
9 December 2021 - Royal Agricultural University - Farming
With a guest speaker.
Grab a drink at the bar and then move to a quiet room to listen to our guest speaker. Stay and network (chat) for as long as you wish afterwards.
With thanks to the RAU Alumni organisation for sponsoring the room.
Fiona will be on hand to provide advice and support as needed. No need to register - just turn up. But, if you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
The Tithe Barn, Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JS
14 October 1830-2000
13 January 2022 - ONLINE EDITION
An online workshop tailored to the needs of the attendees.
We will open with a general presentation covering general points on planning and executing a successful resettlement, followed by overview of career opportunities and GatewayJobs, ways to get experience and whether or not qualifications are necessary.
Please register in advance to get the login details. If you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
10 February 2022 - Royal Agricultural University - Your own Business
With a guest speaker.
Grab a drink at the bar and then move to a quiet room to listen to our guest speaker. Stay and network (chat) for as long as you wish afterwards.
With thanks to the RAU Alumni organisation for sponsoring the room.
Fiona will be on hand to provide advice and support as needed. No need to register - just turn up. But, if you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
The Tithe Barn, Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JS
10 February 1830-2000
10 March 2022 - ONLINE EDITION
An online workshop tailored to the needs of the attendees.
We will open with a general presentation covering general points on planning and executing a successful resettlement, followed by overview of career opportunities and GatewayJobs, ways to get experience and whether or not qualifications are necessary.
Please register in advance to get the login details. If you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
14 April 2022 - Royal Agricultural University - Land Management / Rural Surveying
With a guest speaker.
Grab a drink at the bar and then move to a quiet room to listen to our guest speaker. Stay and network (chat) for as long as you wish afterwards.
With thanks to the RAU Alumni organisation for sponsoring the room.
Fiona will be on hand to provide advice and support as needed. No need to register - just turn up. But, if you want to get in touch first, email Fiona.
The Tithe Barn, Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JS
14 April 1830-2000
Guest Speaker Ellie Deane, Royal Agricultural University - April 2021
Ellie Deane (Postgraduate Student Recruitment and Outreach Officer) from the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) gave us a great perspective on postgraduate education, especially what the RAU can offer military resettlers as it actively seeks to increase the number of resettling personnel using the university as a stepping-stone to agri-business careers.
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural education and a key contributor to the land-based sector for 175 years. The University, which is based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, prides itself on its links with industry and all courses are designed to meet the demands of the employment market for land-based expertise, both in the UK and worldwide.
The RAU is an approved ELCAS learning provider, offering a number of undergraduate and postgraduate courses covering subjects such as business, agriculture, equine and real estate, which may be of interest to service leavers. Ellie is happy to her direct from personnel interested in RAU courses: please contact ellie.deane@rau.ac.uk.
Work Experience in Resettlement (workshop) - Mar 21
Workshop: Work Experience During Resettlement - led by Fiona Galbraith
A small group session in which we discussed:
- why work experience is important in a resettlement campaign
- tips for persuading your military CoC to let you have the time
- how to find work experience
- using the CWA scheme
- an introduction to the work experience opportunities currently available through Ruralink.
Informal Workshop with Fiona - Feb 21
THE RURAL LIST CELEBRATES TWO YEARS!!
Seven intrepid souls dialled in to share a virtual beer and discuss their personal experiences and stages in their resettlement journey. Fiona provided advice gleaned from two years of working with nearly 200 resettling personnel many of whom are now working successfully in the land-based sector, and signposted several follow-on opportunities for further advice, courses, work experience and qualifications.
A really uplifting mutually-supporting session in the best traditions of the Rural List. Thanks to all participants.