The document announces a Connecticut Civic Ambassadors Summit to be held on December 1st at the Hartford Public Library from 12pm to 4:30pm. The summit, sponsored by Everyday Democracy and others, will feature a keynote speaker and panels on renewing civic culture and being part of a national civic engagement movement. Registration is required and free, with lunch provided. Residents interested in strengthening civic health in Connecticut are invited to join the Civic Ambassadors group.
The document announces a summit for Connecticut Civic Ambassadors to be held on December 1st at the Hartford Public Library from 12pm to 4:30pm. It invites residents who want to engage others in community and civic life to join this group. At the summit, attendees will learn from experts and civic leaders about how to renew civic culture and strengthen democracy through civic involvement. The event will include a keynote speech and panel discussions on civic leadership.
The nation’s mayors are increasingly turning to national service as a costeffective strategy to address city challenges. By unleashing the power of citizens, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs have a positive and lasting impact – making our cities better places to live. To spotlight the impact of national service and thank those who serve, mayors across the country will participate in the second-annual Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service on April 1, 2014. On this day, mayors will hold public events and use traditional and social media to highlight the value and impact of national service to the nation’s cities. Last year, 832 Mayors representing nearly 100 million citizens participated in the inaugural Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service. The initiative is being led by the Corporation for National and Community Service; Cities of Service; the National League of Cities; the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Foster United started as a volunteer effort between four neighbors in the Foster Powell neighborhood of Southeast Portland. Their goal was to provide a resource for the community that would help unite neighbors and promote growth and sustainability. Over the years, Foster United produced blog posts, community events, and active discussions on Facebook to tell the stories of the area and give locals a voice to enact positive change. The volunteer-run group aspired to be an outlet for all members of the community and a way to strengthen the neighborhood.
Foster United started as a volunteer effort between four neighbors in the Foster Powell neighborhood of Southeast Portland. Their goal was to provide a resource for the community that would help unite neighbors and promote growth and sustainability. Over the years, Foster United produced blog posts, community events, and active discussions on Facebook to tell the stories of the area and give locals a voice. It aspired to be an outlet for all members of the community and a way to help the businesses and people of Foster Road prosper together.
An overview of Regional Plan Association's data- and map-driven analysis of successes, opportunities and challenges in the New York-New Jersey-Connecticut region.
TISS - Statement against hindutva violence in delhi.pdfsabrangsabrang
The TISS Students' Union condemned the violence in Delhi against protesters opposing the Citizenship Amendment Act. Over 35 deaths have been reported so far from the clashes between BJP-RSS supporters and peaceful protesters. The Students' Union accuses Hindutva leaders of deliberately inciting tensions and the police of targeting female protesters. They call on the Delhi government to take a robust stand against growing communal polarization and protect peace. The media is also criticized for biased coverage favoring the ruling party's narrative rather than reporting on the root causes of the violence. The Students' Union appeals for citizens and civil societies to maintain unity and continue peaceful protests against the fascist regime.
This in-depth report measures citizen engagement in the constitution state in voting, volunteerism and community involvement in the state of Connecticut.
A coalition of groups — including the Secretary of the State, Everyday Democracy, the National Conference on Citizenship and DataHaven — launched the 2016 Civic Health Index Report today. The survey evaluates the depth of citizen engagement through a variety of indicators such as voting, volunteering and other forms of community involvement.
Download the report at: http://everyday-democracy.org/resources/2016-connecticut-civic-health-index
The document announces a Connecticut Civic Ambassadors Summit to be held on December 1st at the Hartford Public Library from 12pm to 4:30pm. The summit, sponsored by Everyday Democracy and others, will feature a keynote speaker and panels on renewing civic culture and being part of a national civic engagement movement. Registration is required and free, with lunch provided. Residents interested in strengthening civic health in Connecticut are invited to join the Civic Ambassadors group.
The document announces a summit for Connecticut Civic Ambassadors to be held on December 1st at the Hartford Public Library from 12pm to 4:30pm. It invites residents who want to engage others in community and civic life to join this group. At the summit, attendees will learn from experts and civic leaders about how to renew civic culture and strengthen democracy through civic involvement. The event will include a keynote speech and panel discussions on civic leadership.
The nation’s mayors are increasingly turning to national service as a costeffective strategy to address city challenges. By unleashing the power of citizens, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs have a positive and lasting impact – making our cities better places to live. To spotlight the impact of national service and thank those who serve, mayors across the country will participate in the second-annual Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service on April 1, 2014. On this day, mayors will hold public events and use traditional and social media to highlight the value and impact of national service to the nation’s cities. Last year, 832 Mayors representing nearly 100 million citizens participated in the inaugural Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service. The initiative is being led by the Corporation for National and Community Service; Cities of Service; the National League of Cities; the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Foster United started as a volunteer effort between four neighbors in the Foster Powell neighborhood of Southeast Portland. Their goal was to provide a resource for the community that would help unite neighbors and promote growth and sustainability. Over the years, Foster United produced blog posts, community events, and active discussions on Facebook to tell the stories of the area and give locals a voice to enact positive change. The volunteer-run group aspired to be an outlet for all members of the community and a way to strengthen the neighborhood.
Foster United started as a volunteer effort between four neighbors in the Foster Powell neighborhood of Southeast Portland. Their goal was to provide a resource for the community that would help unite neighbors and promote growth and sustainability. Over the years, Foster United produced blog posts, community events, and active discussions on Facebook to tell the stories of the area and give locals a voice. It aspired to be an outlet for all members of the community and a way to help the businesses and people of Foster Road prosper together.
An overview of Regional Plan Association's data- and map-driven analysis of successes, opportunities and challenges in the New York-New Jersey-Connecticut region.
TISS - Statement against hindutva violence in delhi.pdfsabrangsabrang
The TISS Students' Union condemned the violence in Delhi against protesters opposing the Citizenship Amendment Act. Over 35 deaths have been reported so far from the clashes between BJP-RSS supporters and peaceful protesters. The Students' Union accuses Hindutva leaders of deliberately inciting tensions and the police of targeting female protesters. They call on the Delhi government to take a robust stand against growing communal polarization and protect peace. The media is also criticized for biased coverage favoring the ruling party's narrative rather than reporting on the root causes of the violence. The Students' Union appeals for citizens and civil societies to maintain unity and continue peaceful protests against the fascist regime.
This in-depth report measures citizen engagement in the constitution state in voting, volunteerism and community involvement in the state of Connecticut.
A coalition of groups — including the Secretary of the State, Everyday Democracy, the National Conference on Citizenship and DataHaven — launched the 2016 Civic Health Index Report today. The survey evaluates the depth of citizen engagement through a variety of indicators such as voting, volunteering and other forms of community involvement.
Download the report at: http://everyday-democracy.org/resources/2016-connecticut-civic-health-index
Dr Simon Duffy gave this talk in September 2018 to the National Social Care Conference in Cardiff. He argues that our concept of citizenship is confused, but the potential for creating communities of citizenship is enormous.
The document discusses The Big Lunch, an annual event in the UK where neighbors come together to share a meal. The goals are to reduce social isolation and build community. In 2009 over 700,000 people participated. Surveys found the events increased feelings of community and connection among neighbors. Over 15% of the UK population expressed interest in participating in or organizing a Big Lunch in 2010. The document advocates for community engagement activities to address social challenges and improve neighborhoods.
The Rural Voices Network has completed the first phase of their project to understand rural Ontario better. They held 7 public forums across the province to gather citizen voices on challenges in rural communities. These findings will now form the basis for an online public survey to confirm and expand on barriers to rural civic engagement. The goal is to help governments and organizations improve how they serve rural areas.
The document summarizes a team working on an arts and culture events hub for a city. The team includes Melissa R.D. and Radu B. as well as volunteers John Lehew, Anna Lehew, David Runyon, and Jinyong Choi. The project aims to list local arts and culture events in one place and allow citizens to submit their own events to promote cultural activities around town and connect residents to arts organizations in the city.
This document discusses rural community organizing in England. It notes that faith-based organizations have historically supported community organizing efforts in several English cities. It also finds that about 13% of community organizing groups in England focus on or include rural areas in their activities and membership. The document analyzes findings from interviews with over 20 stakeholders involved in or supporting community organizing and community development. It discusses links between urban and rural community organizing efforts and ways the two fields of community organizing and community development can learn from and reinforce one another, especially in pursuing community-led action.
The League hosted a U.S. Senate Primary debate with potential statewide reach, worked to educate and register voters through 7 elections, and ran a toll-free voter hotline. Members advocated for women's issues, equal pay, sick leave, and banning fracking waste. Trainings were offered on communications, lobbying, and moderating debates. Educational forums featured speakers on remaking feminism and voting rights threats. Networking events honored election officials and advocates and hosted nonprofit leaders. Support in 2013 enabled these activities, and support is requested for 2014.
The town of Kaitaia in New Zealand's North Island has struggled with high rates of suicide and homicide, earning it a reputation as the murder capital of New Zealand. With a remote location, high poverty and unemployment rates, many residents feel hopeless about the future. In 2016, the town suffered four homicides and six suicides in one year, leaving the small community of 5,000 people traumatized and in shock. However, some leaders and young activists believe this crisis could prove a turning point that spurs real change, with the community uniting to address the underlying social issues and seek solutions to stem further loss of life.
Minister mkhize statement ricardo mthembuSABC News
Minister Zwelini Mkhize pays tribute to Ricardo Mthembu, spokesperson for the African National Congress in KwaZulu Natal who passed away from COVID-19. Mthembu was a dedicated soldier for freedom and democracy who earned the trust of the organization and community members through his distinguished service. His passing robs the movement of a fine cadre and leader from whom more was expected in the future of the province, country, and nation as a whole. The minister expresses condolences to Mthembu's family and comrades, and says his warmth and love for people created a wide network who will share in the grief of his loss.
Big Lunch Presentation For Chain Reaction 2009Community Links
The document summarizes The Big Lunch, an annual event in the UK where neighbors come together for a communal meal to promote community. It discusses the goals of bringing people together and fostering connection. Survey results found that the 2009 event was successful in getting over 700,000 people to participate and increased feelings of community, with many planning future get-togethers. The author invites the audience to participate in The Big Lunch in 2010.
This document defines key sociological concepts and discusses the relationship between urban and rural areas. It defines a society as a group of people who interact and share interests, and a community as a subgroup within a society that shares a way of life. Rural and urban areas are compared, with rural areas described as more homogeneous and traditional, and urban areas as more heterogeneous and open to change. The document also examines factors that contribute to informal settlements near cities, and the physical, psychological and social consequences of living in such settlements, such as lack of services and health problems.
Dr. Gale Rigobert, the Parliamentary Representative for Micoud North, is hosting a "Rapping with the Youth" event this Saturday for youth ages 11 to 35 in her constituency. The event aims to provide grief counseling services to youth in light of recent losses, and give young people a chance to showcase artistic talents. Funds will also be raised through a dollar jumble sale for the local youth club. The rap session and activities are part of a youth development program and will take place on November 30th from 9am near the constituency office.
This document compares rural and urban life. Rural life is described as having a good natural environment, strong community relationships, and a less rushed pace of life. However, it lacks modern amenities. Urban life has access to more development and technology but is crowded, noisy, expensive, and can have higher crime and pollution. It also causes stress and issues with resources like electricity and water.
The Nonprofit Journal Launches New WebsiteDee Suomala
The Nonprofit Journal has launched a new website, TheNonprofitJournal.com. The new site will provide archives of their radio show, live streaming of shows, and extensive content about the nonprofit sector including news, articles, reports and data. The website aims to assist both nonprofit organizations and the community by educating them and bridging the gap between the sectors. The Nonprofit Journal radio show has gained popularity for addressing the importance of communication between nonprofits and the community, which the new website will help by reaching a wider audience.
What Would You Like To Grow... Community ValuesPwC Australia
As we enter a post GFC economic environment, what the future will look like is discussed is more and more across all media channels. It is clear that community values are still a key concern for many Australians.
From debates about families, immigration, health systems and education there is a consistent focus on the future of Australian community values.
Have your say at www.whatwouldyouliketogrow.com.au
This document provides tips for efficiently using energy resources in Poland and discusses how to improve Poland's wasteful energy situation through sustainable sources and investments from wealthy individuals, ecological foundations, and city presidents. The presentation was made by several people including Mary, Rose, Agnes, Mary, Zuza, Ola, Marta, Ziemek, and Krzysiek.
Volunteers with the Atenistas citizens' group work to beautify Athens by organizing cleanups and distributing supplies to those in need. The group started in 2010 with a few people and has grown significantly through social media, with over 41,000 Facebook friends and 6,000 Twitter followers. Most members are between 20-35 years old, though people of all ages participate. Social networks seem to be empowering youth to collaborate for positive change independent of politicians.
The City Club of Cleveland annual report for 2018 highlights their partnerships as key to their mission. They partnered with organizations across Northeast Ohio to expand their reach and topics of discussion, such as creating the City Club of the Mahoning Valley with Youngstown State University. They also partnered with various media organizations to broadcast forums. The report emphasizes that partnerships allow them to present about 30% of forums free of charge and bring diverse perspectives to discussions.
Annual report of the Chicago Community Trust, a community foundation dedicated to improving our region through strategic grant making, civic engagement and inspiring philanthropy.
The document discusses several challenges and opportunities facing cultural organizations in the 21st century. New digital technologies have created new cultural frontiers and changed audience demographics and expectations. Younger generations are now leading organizations and cultural value is increasingly defined by market forces rather than social worth. The document suggests cultural nonprofits will need to reinvent themselves, form new partnerships and alliances, and align their missions, programs and leadership to navigate this changing landscape. Planning and tools are needed to help organizations achieve long term sustainability and relevance.
Unlike past generations, Canadian youth today are less engaged in the democratic process such as voting and community participation. In the 2011 federal election, only 38.8% of 18-24 year olds voted, continuing a long-term downward trend. If young people do not vote in their first two eligible elections, they are less likely to vote for their whole lives. The organization Apathy is Boring aims to increase youth voter turnout and engagement through art, technology, and education to prevent a future where most citizens do not vote.
Recentering Democracy Around Citizens Multimedia ReportMatt Leighninger
How might we redesign local democracy around the day-to-day goals and concerns of citizens? A set of leaders in civic engagement, including representatives of national associations that represent local officials, school systems, funders, and other leaders, met in early 2010 to compare notes on their work in communities and discuss possibilities for innovation. This report describes their discussion and recommendations.
Dr Simon Duffy gave this talk in September 2018 to the National Social Care Conference in Cardiff. He argues that our concept of citizenship is confused, but the potential for creating communities of citizenship is enormous.
The document discusses The Big Lunch, an annual event in the UK where neighbors come together to share a meal. The goals are to reduce social isolation and build community. In 2009 over 700,000 people participated. Surveys found the events increased feelings of community and connection among neighbors. Over 15% of the UK population expressed interest in participating in or organizing a Big Lunch in 2010. The document advocates for community engagement activities to address social challenges and improve neighborhoods.
The Rural Voices Network has completed the first phase of their project to understand rural Ontario better. They held 7 public forums across the province to gather citizen voices on challenges in rural communities. These findings will now form the basis for an online public survey to confirm and expand on barriers to rural civic engagement. The goal is to help governments and organizations improve how they serve rural areas.
The document summarizes a team working on an arts and culture events hub for a city. The team includes Melissa R.D. and Radu B. as well as volunteers John Lehew, Anna Lehew, David Runyon, and Jinyong Choi. The project aims to list local arts and culture events in one place and allow citizens to submit their own events to promote cultural activities around town and connect residents to arts organizations in the city.
This document discusses rural community organizing in England. It notes that faith-based organizations have historically supported community organizing efforts in several English cities. It also finds that about 13% of community organizing groups in England focus on or include rural areas in their activities and membership. The document analyzes findings from interviews with over 20 stakeholders involved in or supporting community organizing and community development. It discusses links between urban and rural community organizing efforts and ways the two fields of community organizing and community development can learn from and reinforce one another, especially in pursuing community-led action.
The League hosted a U.S. Senate Primary debate with potential statewide reach, worked to educate and register voters through 7 elections, and ran a toll-free voter hotline. Members advocated for women's issues, equal pay, sick leave, and banning fracking waste. Trainings were offered on communications, lobbying, and moderating debates. Educational forums featured speakers on remaking feminism and voting rights threats. Networking events honored election officials and advocates and hosted nonprofit leaders. Support in 2013 enabled these activities, and support is requested for 2014.
The town of Kaitaia in New Zealand's North Island has struggled with high rates of suicide and homicide, earning it a reputation as the murder capital of New Zealand. With a remote location, high poverty and unemployment rates, many residents feel hopeless about the future. In 2016, the town suffered four homicides and six suicides in one year, leaving the small community of 5,000 people traumatized and in shock. However, some leaders and young activists believe this crisis could prove a turning point that spurs real change, with the community uniting to address the underlying social issues and seek solutions to stem further loss of life.
Minister mkhize statement ricardo mthembuSABC News
Minister Zwelini Mkhize pays tribute to Ricardo Mthembu, spokesperson for the African National Congress in KwaZulu Natal who passed away from COVID-19. Mthembu was a dedicated soldier for freedom and democracy who earned the trust of the organization and community members through his distinguished service. His passing robs the movement of a fine cadre and leader from whom more was expected in the future of the province, country, and nation as a whole. The minister expresses condolences to Mthembu's family and comrades, and says his warmth and love for people created a wide network who will share in the grief of his loss.
Big Lunch Presentation For Chain Reaction 2009Community Links
The document summarizes The Big Lunch, an annual event in the UK where neighbors come together for a communal meal to promote community. It discusses the goals of bringing people together and fostering connection. Survey results found that the 2009 event was successful in getting over 700,000 people to participate and increased feelings of community, with many planning future get-togethers. The author invites the audience to participate in The Big Lunch in 2010.
This document defines key sociological concepts and discusses the relationship between urban and rural areas. It defines a society as a group of people who interact and share interests, and a community as a subgroup within a society that shares a way of life. Rural and urban areas are compared, with rural areas described as more homogeneous and traditional, and urban areas as more heterogeneous and open to change. The document also examines factors that contribute to informal settlements near cities, and the physical, psychological and social consequences of living in such settlements, such as lack of services and health problems.
Dr. Gale Rigobert, the Parliamentary Representative for Micoud North, is hosting a "Rapping with the Youth" event this Saturday for youth ages 11 to 35 in her constituency. The event aims to provide grief counseling services to youth in light of recent losses, and give young people a chance to showcase artistic talents. Funds will also be raised through a dollar jumble sale for the local youth club. The rap session and activities are part of a youth development program and will take place on November 30th from 9am near the constituency office.
This document compares rural and urban life. Rural life is described as having a good natural environment, strong community relationships, and a less rushed pace of life. However, it lacks modern amenities. Urban life has access to more development and technology but is crowded, noisy, expensive, and can have higher crime and pollution. It also causes stress and issues with resources like electricity and water.
The Nonprofit Journal Launches New WebsiteDee Suomala
The Nonprofit Journal has launched a new website, TheNonprofitJournal.com. The new site will provide archives of their radio show, live streaming of shows, and extensive content about the nonprofit sector including news, articles, reports and data. The website aims to assist both nonprofit organizations and the community by educating them and bridging the gap between the sectors. The Nonprofit Journal radio show has gained popularity for addressing the importance of communication between nonprofits and the community, which the new website will help by reaching a wider audience.
What Would You Like To Grow... Community ValuesPwC Australia
As we enter a post GFC economic environment, what the future will look like is discussed is more and more across all media channels. It is clear that community values are still a key concern for many Australians.
From debates about families, immigration, health systems and education there is a consistent focus on the future of Australian community values.
Have your say at www.whatwouldyouliketogrow.com.au
This document provides tips for efficiently using energy resources in Poland and discusses how to improve Poland's wasteful energy situation through sustainable sources and investments from wealthy individuals, ecological foundations, and city presidents. The presentation was made by several people including Mary, Rose, Agnes, Mary, Zuza, Ola, Marta, Ziemek, and Krzysiek.
Volunteers with the Atenistas citizens' group work to beautify Athens by organizing cleanups and distributing supplies to those in need. The group started in 2010 with a few people and has grown significantly through social media, with over 41,000 Facebook friends and 6,000 Twitter followers. Most members are between 20-35 years old, though people of all ages participate. Social networks seem to be empowering youth to collaborate for positive change independent of politicians.
The City Club of Cleveland annual report for 2018 highlights their partnerships as key to their mission. They partnered with organizations across Northeast Ohio to expand their reach and topics of discussion, such as creating the City Club of the Mahoning Valley with Youngstown State University. They also partnered with various media organizations to broadcast forums. The report emphasizes that partnerships allow them to present about 30% of forums free of charge and bring diverse perspectives to discussions.
Annual report of the Chicago Community Trust, a community foundation dedicated to improving our region through strategic grant making, civic engagement and inspiring philanthropy.
The document discusses several challenges and opportunities facing cultural organizations in the 21st century. New digital technologies have created new cultural frontiers and changed audience demographics and expectations. Younger generations are now leading organizations and cultural value is increasingly defined by market forces rather than social worth. The document suggests cultural nonprofits will need to reinvent themselves, form new partnerships and alliances, and align their missions, programs and leadership to navigate this changing landscape. Planning and tools are needed to help organizations achieve long term sustainability and relevance.
Unlike past generations, Canadian youth today are less engaged in the democratic process such as voting and community participation. In the 2011 federal election, only 38.8% of 18-24 year olds voted, continuing a long-term downward trend. If young people do not vote in their first two eligible elections, they are less likely to vote for their whole lives. The organization Apathy is Boring aims to increase youth voter turnout and engagement through art, technology, and education to prevent a future where most citizens do not vote.
Recentering Democracy Around Citizens Multimedia ReportMatt Leighninger
How might we redesign local democracy around the day-to-day goals and concerns of citizens? A set of leaders in civic engagement, including representatives of national associations that represent local officials, school systems, funders, and other leaders, met in early 2010 to compare notes on their work in communities and discuss possibilities for innovation. This report describes their discussion and recommendations.
The annual report summarizes the activities of Apathy is Boring, a nonprofit focused on increasing youth civic engagement and voter turnout in Canada. In the past year, they reached over 10,000 youth directly and over 73,000 online. Their programs engaged youth through workshops, events, and social media campaigns around four provincial and municipal elections. They also provided tools and consulting to help other organizations better engage youth in decision making. Looking ahead, they plan to run their fifth federal election campaign to continue addressing declining youth voter turnout in Canada.
Citizen Power Peterborough was a 3-year project in Peterborough, UK that aimed to increase civic engagement and citizen empowerment. It partnered local residents, Peterborough City Council, and Arts Council England to cultivate participation, community attachment, and innovation through citizen-led initiatives. Over 1,497 local residents actively participated in efforts to improve civic involvement and place-making. The project sought to address challenges of mobilizing community assets and reframing public services around citizen empowerment rather than bureaucratic control. It explored new ways to unlock citizen power and make civic participation more inclusive and representative.
The document is about the roles and responsibilities of world citizens. It discusses the history and mission of Georgia Close Up, a non-profit organization dedicated to civic education. Georgia Close Up has conducted over 75 local programs on topics like state legislation, public health, and the environment over the past 30 years. It has brought notable speakers like former President Jimmy Carter to conferences. Each year it holds legislative conferences for middle and high school students at the Georgia State Capital to educate them about the legislative process and encourage civic participation.
On 15 September, the NCVO National Volunteering Forum met in Manchester to share analysis on the potential implications of Brexit for volunteering, and discuss the evidence & real life examples demonstrating the role that volunteering can play in improving social cohesion.
This article discusses active citizenship as a remedy to the national crisis in the Philippines. It argues that active citizenship can help address the democratic deficit and lack of meaningful public participation in decision-making. Active citizenship aims to empower citizens by engaging governmental institutions and promoting reforms to make political and economic structures more participatory. A key feature is a strong civil society where people and organizations pursue their interests while also working towards a common good. This helps decentralize power and bring decision-making closer to local communities. While formal democratic representation would still exist, active citizenship seeks to create public forums to supplement these structures and give more organizations a stake in the political process. Overall, active citizenship can help develop a culture that transcends current flaws in the system
This document introduces the concept of propaganda and its role in modern democratic societies. It argues that with advances in technology, invisible groups now shape public opinion through organized propaganda efforts. Society has evolved complex networks of formal and informal groups that spread ideas and influence mass thinking. While propaganda can be misused, it serves important functions in helping large societies coordinate actions and make decisions in an organized manner. The author aims to explain how propaganda influences the public mind and how its practitioners can establish ethical standards for this important new force in governance.
Charities play a vital role in communities across Britain – but what do people really think about them? We partnered with ComRes to investigate the attitudes that MPs and voters hold towards charities, and the policies that they think the Government should implement to increase the impact that voluntary organisations have.
Our report looks at how attitudes between MPs and voters differ, where voters and MPs affiliated to the same party agree and disagree, and shines a light on the attitude of new MPs towards charities.
Local, city democracy changing in the digital era. By Tomasz Nadolny. #RockitWAWDigiComNet
Meet Tomek Nadolny, Chief Technology Officer - City of Gdańsk and former Head of Mayor's Office City Hall Gdańsk.
At Rockit Digital Summit he talked about a very interesting and hot topic of modern days - future of digital communication for politics and governance.
This document discusses the importance of public participation and democratic urbanism for community health and city planning. It provides examples of how inclusive community engagement processes have led to positive placemaking outcomes, such as transforming derelict areas into active public spaces with gardens and cultural assets. Truly collaborative approaches that involve citizens in decision making from the beginning help address issues of apathy and opposition, build social capital, and create places that reflect community values. In contrast, top-down "smart city" projects and an "orgy of public process" can undermine urban democracy and civic empowerment. When cities leverage culture and citizen ideas, remarkable impacts on people and communities are possible.
This document presents a visual journal exploring the concept of digital citizenship. It addresses several aspects of digital citizenship including national identity, political participation, rights, literacy, health, culture, civic participation, social interactions, etiquette, and access/security. For each topic it provides quotes and images to illustrate how digital technologies have changed experiences of citizenship. The overall document aims to understand citizenship in a digital world and how digital experiences relate to understanding ourselves and others.
Social Media Activism: How To Start A MovementDanielle Ricks
Social media activism is effective for many reasons: It is widely accessible, it gets conversations started, it sustains momentum, and it helps empower people who may have never thought of themselves as activists. Ready to start a movement on social media? Here's how to get started.
In 2012, CREDO Action played a major role in progressive activism and elections:
- They defeated 5 Tea Party Republicans in Congress and gave Bachmann an electoral scare through their CREDO SuperPAC which raised $2.5 million from small donors and engaged 3,000 volunteers.
- They helped win 24 key ballot initiatives across the country supporting marriage equality, the environment, and opposition to Citizens United.
- They launched hundreds of advocacy campaigns delivering nearly 20 million petition signatures to decision-makers on progressive issues.
The document discusses several topics related to political culture and participation, including civic culture, political trust, generations and values, civilizations and religions, elite political culture, media development, media structures, media impact, participation in liberal democracies, women's political participation, and social movements. It provides definitions and explanations of these concepts, noting for example that civic culture refers to citizens' political attitudes, and elite political culture comprises the beliefs and values of influential political participants.
This document provides an overview and evaluation of Portland's Diversity and Civic Leadership (DCL) program from 2007 to 2013. It acknowledges the accomplishments of grantee organizations in strengthening civic participation among communities of color and immigrant groups. It also invites readers to a community summit and meeting to provide input on how to expand the program and make it a permanent part of the city's civic engagement strategy. Key questions are asked about whether the program is meeting community needs and how to structure future support and funding in an equitable way.
This document provides a summary of the 2014 YouthfulCities Index report. It outlines the methodology used to rank 25 global cities based on over 100 indicators across categories like civic participation, diversity, transportation, food, nightlife, and more, grouped into areas of live, work and play. Toronto was ranked as the most youthful city. The report also highlights the expansion of YouthfulCities' work to additional cities in 2014 and outlines the goal of inspiring city leaders to better understand and account for youth perspectives in urban development.
Connecticut Civic Ambassadors are everyday people who care about and engage others in their communities by creating opportunities for civic participation that strengthens our state’s “Civic Health.” Civic Health is determined by how well diverse groups of residents work together and with government to solve public problems to strengthen their communities. Read more below on how you can be an agent of change in your own community by joining the team.
Civic Ambassadors are everyday citizens who strengthen their communities' civic health by encouraging civic participation. They inspire others to engage civically by organizing community conversations and events. Ambassadors then help develop and implement action plans from these discussions to address local issues through activities like voter registration drives or neighborhood cleanups. The goal is to build a grassroots movement that improves civic participation and community problem solving. Anyone can become an ambassador, and their time commitment is flexible depending on their schedule.
Safety and Justice Challenge May Networking Meeting WorkshopEveryday Democracy
Cook County and Charleston County shared their experiences engaging communities in discussions around safety and justice challenges. Both counties used dialogue circles and surveys to gather input from over 1,000 community members total. Key takeaways included the need to address racial bias and disparities, improve perceptions of trust in law enforcement and the justice system, and support reentry for those returning from incarceration. Survey results showed people found value in participating and being heard. The counties are using this community input to inform strategic planning and identify priorities like increasing training, creating more engagement opportunities, and establishing partnerships to support reform.
This document provides 5 civic health ideas for engaging one's community during times of social distancing. The ideas are to clean up trash in one's neighborhood, donate unused clothing and items to Goodwill locations that are accepting donations, support local businesses that are struggling financially, seek out those in need in one's community and offer assistance, and use social media to share helpful ideas with others.
This document provides 5 ideas for engaging one's local community during times of social distancing due to COVID-19. The ideas are to donate food to local food banks or Meals on Wheels programs, bake treats for neighbors, plant gardens to share produce later, order takeout to support struggling local restaurants, and learn more civic engagement ideas at the listed website.
The Dialogue to Change process involves 4 steps: 1) Assembling a diverse team to generate publicity and recruit dialogue participants, which can take 4-6 months. 2) Small groups of 8-12 people meet weekly for 4-6 weeks to discuss issues in the community guided by discussion materials. 3) After the dialogues, groups come together to agree on actions and form groups to implement them. 4) Everyday Democracy provides ongoing support and shares outcomes with other communities.
Everyday Democracy provides tools and resources to over 600 communities to strengthen deliberative democracy. It helps communities engage residents in discussions to address important issues. This communications toolkit provides guidance on capturing a community's story through photos, videos and interviews to share their work and successes. It includes tips on social media, media outreach, and templates for materials like press releases and flyers to promote community engagement initiatives.
Everyday Democracy uses a process called "Dialogue to Change" to foster productive conversations between community members and police. The approach helps communities address issues like racial inequities, lack of trust, and public safety challenges by bringing stakeholders together to discuss challenges openly and develop joint solutions. Examples are provided of communities that have used this approach successfully, including improving police-community relations in Decatur, Georgia, addressing racial profiling in the South Bronx, and ongoing dialogue projects throughout West Palm Beach. The process focuses on relationship-building, incorporating community input, and identifying concrete actions to create lasting change.
Everyday Democracy Evaluation Guide Toolkit with Ripple MappingEveryday Democracy
This document provides tools and guidance for evaluating community engagement efforts, including a self-assessment of evaluation capacity, a sample logic model, and templates for data collection planning and mapping ripple effects. Key tools include an evaluation capacity self-assessment matrix to rate resources, knowledge, data availability, and practices; a logic model template to outline inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes and goals; and templates for planning data collection strategies and mapping impacts. The overall document aims to initiate discussion around readiness to evaluate and provide templates to facilitate the evaluation process.
Ripple Effects Mapping Tip Sheet for Evaluating Community Engagement Everyday Democracy
Community Engagement and Dialogue to Change strategies can lead to many positive changes in your community. However, direct impacts can be tough to track. Ripple Effects Mapping (REM) allows you, along with local leaders and others in your community, to assess impacts from your Dialogue to
Change efforts. It allows you to visually document the impacts your efforts have had on individuals, on your community, and on institutions and systems over time. These are tips for rolling out a Ripple Effects Mapping process:
Evaluation Guide Toolkit (Companion to Evaluating Community Engagement Guide)Everyday Democracy
Includes an Evaluation Capacity Self-Assessment Tool,
Sample Community Engagement Logic Model, Logic Model Template, Data Collection and Planning Template and Ripple Mapping Tip Sheet
The Wondertwins, "Black"- September 27th, West Hartford, CT Everyday Democracy
The Wondertwins, a veteran hip-hop dance duo from Boston, perform their newest piece called BLACK. BLACK explores the traumatic effects of police violence against the black community through an incorporation of dance with historical and current audio and video clips. Post-show dialogue on the topics of poverty, criminal justice, and race will be facilitated by Everyday Democracy and the Connecticut Collaborative on Poverty, Criminal Justice and Race.
Civic Ambassadors are everyday citizens who strengthen their communities' civic health by engaging others in civic participation. They inspire and motivate community involvement, share information about civic health, and help organize local conversations to develop action plans addressing civic issues. Civic Ambassadors are non-partisan volunteers who build momentum for civic renewal through various activities, from hosting events to documenting outcomes. Anyone can become a Civic Ambassador, and time commitments are flexible starting at just one hour per week.
This document is a guide for organizing public dialogues to address racism in diverse communities. It was created by Everyday Democracy, an organization that helps communities address complex social problems through discussion. The guide outlines a 6-session dialogue process to help participants understand different aspects of racism, including personal experiences, inequities between racial/ethnic groups, and how racism is embedded in institutions. It aims to move people to collective action to create more just and inclusive communities. The guide emphasizes the importance of diversity among participants and creating a welcoming space for open discussion.
The practice of treating everyone fairly and justly regardless of age, with special consideration to the structural factors that privilege some age groups over others.
This is a brief guide developed for Stand Against Racism Day, 2019. The guide helps communities discuss immigration and how it connects to racial equity.
Civic Ambassadors are everyday citizens who strengthen their communities' civic health by encouraging civic participation. They inspire others to engage civically through community conversations on civic health and action planning. As non-partisan agents, Ambassadors build civic renewal movements by sharing ideas, hosting local events, and implementing plans from community gatherings to increase civic actions like voter registration and neighborhood cleanups. Anyone can become an Ambassador to promote civic participation in Connecticut.
The Hamden Hall Country Day School reached out to Everyday Democracy to help develop student dialogues after racially insensitive language appeared online. Everyday Democracy helped establish a focus on diversity and inclusion, training student and teacher facilitators over the summer and fall of 2018. The dialogues aimed to ensure all student voices were heard in discussions around making the school culturally proactive and responsive. While scheduling was challenging, broadening the focus beyond just race was important. The dialogues were well received initially, and the goal is to continue the process to implement ideas that prevent insensitive behavior and create a more intentionally inclusive environment.
This report explores the significance of border towns and spaces for strengthening responses to young people on the move. In particular it explores the linkages of young people to local service centres with the aim of further developing service, protection, and support strategies for migrant children in border areas across the region. The report is based on a small-scale fieldwork study in the border towns of Chipata and Katete in Zambia conducted in July 2023. Border towns and spaces provide a rich source of information about issues related to the informal or irregular movement of young people across borders, including smuggling and trafficking. They can help build a picture of the nature and scope of the type of movement young migrants undertake and also the forms of protection available to them. Border towns and spaces also provide a lens through which we can better understand the vulnerabilities of young people on the move and, critically, the strategies they use to navigate challenges and access support.
The findings in this report highlight some of the key factors shaping the experiences and vulnerabilities of young people on the move – particularly their proximity to border spaces and how this affects the risks that they face. The report describes strategies that young people on the move employ to remain below the radar of visibility to state and non-state actors due to fear of arrest, detention, and deportation while also trying to keep themselves safe and access support in border towns. These strategies of (in)visibility provide a way to protect themselves yet at the same time also heighten some of the risks young people face as their vulnerabilities are not always recognised by those who could offer support.
In this report we show that the realities and challenges of life and migration in this region and in Zambia need to be better understood for support to be strengthened and tuned to meet the specific needs of young people on the move. This includes understanding the role of state and non-state stakeholders, the impact of laws and policies and, critically, the experiences of the young people themselves. We provide recommendations for immediate action, recommendations for programming to support young people on the move in the two towns that would reduce risk for young people in this area, and recommendations for longer term policy advocacy.
Preliminary findings _OECD field visits to ten regions in the TSI EU mining r...OECDregions
Preliminary findings from OECD field visits for the project: Enhancing EU Mining Regional Ecosystems to Support the Green Transition and Secure Mineral Raw Materials Supply.
About Potato, The scientific name of the plant is Solanum tuberosum (L).Christina Parmionova
The potato is a starchy root vegetable native to the Americas that is consumed as a staple food in many parts of the world. Potatoes are tubers of the plant Solanum tuberosum, a perennial in the nightshade family Solanaceae. Wild potato species can be found from the southern United States to southern Chile
Synopsis (short abstract) In December 2023, the UN General Assembly proclaimed 30 May as the International Day of Potato.
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterThis Is Reno
Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Monitoring Health for the SDGs - Global Health Statistics 2024 - WHOChristina Parmionova
The 2024 World Health Statistics edition reviews more than 50 health-related indicators from the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work. It also highlights the findings from the Global health estimates 2021, notably the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on life expectancy and healthy life expectancy.
1. R E N E W I N G O U R C I V I C C U L T U R E
WHO ARE CT'S CIVIC AMBASSADORS?
Residents who believe that engaging others in
community and public life strengthens our state's civic
health and promotes community well-being are invited
to join this dynamic group of individuals making a
difference in Connecticut. More information at:
www.everyday-democracy.org/civichealth
QUESTIONS?
vramos@everyday-democracy.org
Event sponsored by Everyday Democracy,
the Hartford Public Library and the
Hartford Courant Media Group.
R E G I S T R A T I O N R E Q U I R E D :
https://bit.ly/2NwznQ5
Registration is free and
lunch is provided.
C O N N E C T I C U T C I V I C A M B A S S A D O R S S U M M I T
S A T U R D A Y , D E C E M B E R 1 S T
1 2 N O O N - 4 : 3 0 P M
H A R T F O R D P U B L I C L I B R A R Y
Learn from experts and civic leaders
how you can be part of a national
movement of engaged individuals
renewing our civic culture and
strengthening our democracy.
While the elections are over for the year, civic activity does
not end. In fact, it's time to gear up. Join us for:
Keynote Speaker: Doug Linkhart,
President of the
National Civic League
A panel discussion with outstanding young civic
leaders, including CT Kid Governor and 5th grader
Megan Kasperowski
A panel discussion with philanthropic leader
Maryam Elahi of the CT Funders Collaborative for Civic
Engagement and Civic Ambassadors who are creating
change in communities