Taking action for future generations

How can we make our communities a better place for children? See the progress five New Mexico communities have made to build an environment where children thrive. Read more

Responding to tragedies through dialogue and problem solving

The killings of Trayvon Martin remind us yet again of how racial stereotypes simmer just beneath the surface of our national consciousness. Read about other communities that are still dealing with racial tensions years after incidents occur, and what we can do about it. Read more

10 Tips for building strong and engaged action teams

One of the toughest challenges community coalitions face is building strong and engaged action teams. Setting clear expectations, hosting regular meetings with team leaders, and fostering a creative environment are some ways to build strong and engaged action teams. Check out these tips for more ideas. Read more

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Democracy Exchange on media access and reform Interested in media access, reform, and the intersection of media and democracy? Join in on a Democracy Exchange call with special guests Rinku Sen of Colorlines and the Applied Research Center, and Craig Aaron of Free Press. Read more

Planning for stronger local democracy Planning for Stronger Local Democracy, a new guide from DDC and the National League of Cities, helps local leaders of all kinds to leverage knowledge of civic engagement to formulate a long-term strategy for vitalizing public life. Download this guide and check out additional resources to help strengthen your community. Read more

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