NRFC has begun to develop a policy strategy that is informed and driven by the people and strategies in the rural areas we are engaged. In building a field for rural policy, much of this work must be done through relationship building with existing organizations at both the national and regional level, while providing an integrated approach in making sure that the voice of the rural leaders at the table. At the same time, NRFC is in a unique role to be a neutral convener to national government agencies to encourage cross-agency collaboration and rural awareness.