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The Council of Scottish Clans & Associations

 

A SPECIAL INVITATION 

 

From Scotland To Stone Mountain 2012:  Chiefs And Clans Connecting To Sustain Our Common Future

 


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The Council of Scottish Clans & Associations
 and The Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs invite you to join us for a live webcast of an upcoming conference called "From Scotland To Stone Mountain 2012:  Chiefs And Clans Connecting To Sustain Our Common Future".    

Date:  October 19, 2012
Time:  2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT

A great number of Scottish Chiefs, all members of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs, will gather at Stone Mountain Highland Games this year to help celebrate Stone Mountain's 40th Anniversary.  COSCA and SCSC have partnered to host a roundtable event on Friday afternoon prior to the Games opening.

This event will bring together l
eaders of the American Scottish Diaspora, Scottish Chiefs and special Scottish guests to discuss a bit of important business of the Scottish Diaspora.

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REGISTER NOW:  

 

Webcast:  CLICK HERE to register for the online event as it is live streamed on the web from Atlanta, Georgia starting at 
2:00pm EDT on October 19, 2012.
 
If you plan to be at Stone Mountain Highland Games and would like to attend the event in person, we still have limited seating available.  Please give us a shout directly at [email protected] to reserve your seat!
 
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AGENDA 
 

From Scotland To Stone Mountain 2012:  

Chiefs And Clans Connecting To Sustain Our Common Future  

 

  

I.  Welcome and Introductions

 

Richard Swanson

President, Stone Mountain Highland Games

 

Susan L. McIntosh

President, Council of Scottish Clans & Associations

 

Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor

Convener, Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs

 

  

II. Chiefs & Clans Panel Discussion and Q/A

 

Authenticity and Inclusivity: How can we best sustain important clan traditions whilst encouraging inclusivity?

 

Clans and Families without Chiefs: What are the problems and how can COSCA and SCSC help?

 

Connecting Chiefs and Clans: How can the Standing Council engage more with the Diaspora to develop more meaningful long term relationships?

 

Economic contribution of the clans to the economy of Scotland: What is the impact?  How can this significant economic effort form the groundwork for a long term strategy for the future of the clan network?

 

* Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, Chief of Clan Gregor (Moderator) 

* The Earl of Caithness, Chief of Clan Sinclair
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Donald MacLaren of MacLaren, Chief of Clan MacLaren
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Dr. John Ruairidh Morrison of Ruchdi, Chief of Clan Morrison

* John Robert McInnes, President, International Association of Clan MacInnes 

* Susan McIntosh, President, Council of Scottish Clans & Associations

 

 

III. Report & Discussion: Scotland's Heritage Events 2013 & 2014 

 

Robin Naysmith

Scottish Government Counsellor for North America 

 

 

IV. Wrap Up: Where To Go From Here 

 

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About COSCA: Council Of Scottish Clans & Associations

COSCA was founded in 1976 by Dr. Herbert MacNeil and others for the purpose of bringing Scottish clan societies together. The initial meeting was held at the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in Linville, NC and the organization continues to honor this tradition by gathering on the mountain annually.  Today COSCA welcomes all kinds of Scottish American organizations as well as interested individuals.

COSCA's primary purpose is to preserve and promote the customs, traditions, and heritage of the Scottish people. We currently serve as a clearing house for Scottish American activities throughout the US.  Through our many member clans and organizations, COSCA represents thousands of American Scots across the nation in furtherance of our mission. COSCA is also an active participant in The Scottish Coalition USA, a collective of several organizations united to serve the Scottish-American community through research, long-term planning, and promotion of Scottish heritage.

   

COSCA

Council of Scottish Clans & Associations

P. O. Box 427  Pinehurst NC 28370

[email protected]

www.cosca.net