Two communities, One goal: Building prosperity

Two communities in rural Minnesota share their vision for building prosperity in their communities, as well as challenges they face. One participant says, "I want to see no limits to the ideas that can come out of new people meeting together." Read more

Planning for change

Making institutional change creates lasting effects, but it is no easy task. A participant in the Dialogue on Race initiative in Charlottesville, Va., reflects on progress and calls for a city-funded commission to help dismantle institutional racism. Read more

Building community among refugees, immigrants, and citizens

To help provide services and become a welcoming place for immigrants and refugees, the city of Rock Island, Ill., is creating an information clearinghouse for new residents. "This is everybody in the community coming together to support one another whether you're different or all the same." Read more

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