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However, the aspect of inclusivity and digital tools should also be

analysed in a wider perspective. When we consider rural areas,

internet access occurs to be a challenge, and therefore online

presence will not necessarily be a win-win situation or online

networking might not be an option. With that said, it is worth

engaging with the local community through joint activities. Here are

some ideas you may initiate:

Friday coffees with artisans, to share experiences or “the works”

with a cup of coffee!

Rural housewives circle, to create crafts together and learn from

each other!

Monthly lunch break chats with “the craft makers,” when each

month another crafter or artisan is interviewed on their profession!

And while you meet with your local community, you can work

towards the creation of a virtual online communication

showcasing your work like the

Wiltshire Makers have

(find out more about

them in the case

studies section).

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