Social & Environ Research Inst

The Association for Gravestone Studies (AGS) is an international organization established in 1977 dedicated to the study and preservation of gravestones, encompassing various periods and styles. AGS fosters this interest through publications, conferences, workshops, and exhibits aimed at promoting the historical significance of gravemarkers. Members of AGS engage in diverse interests such as genealogy, history, and folk art, benefiting from opportunities like the AGS Quarterly Bulletin, book clubs, and student fellowships. The organization also hosts an annual conference to further encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among its members. Generated from the website

The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) is dedicated to advancing sustainability practices in the built environment by fostering a cross-disciplinary community that emphasizes collaboration and knowledge sharing among practitioners. Through a range of innovative programs, including conferences, pro tours, and community events, NESEA promotes high-performance building and renewable energy solutions across the Northeast. With a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, NESEA actively engages its members and the broader community to explore cutting-edge sustainability efforts in architecture, engineering, and construction. The organization also supports various initiatives aimed at transforming traditional practices and enhancing the effectiveness of sustainable design through education and shared experiences. Generated from the website

The Franklin Regional Council of Governments is a regional municipal services and planning organization based in the upper Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts. Its members are municipalities, who choose to work together to produce public services and advocate common goals. The FRCG is a means and resource coordination of public policy and service delivery. By linking and coordinating planning, services, and advocacy, the FRCOG assists its constituent communities in benefiting from regional cooperation while retaining local control. The FRCOG s service region is composed of the 26 towns that make up Franklin County, among the most rural areas in Massachusetts. The region covers 740-square-miles and is populated by more than 70,000 residents.