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2024-10-21 08:30:00
2024-10-25 09:00:00
Civic engagement and you
Fall Refresher Series
What does civic engagement mean to you? What does it look like when your community faces an issue together? Your collective actions and interactions affect change in society. Also, did you know that when you contribute to your community, it also supports your well-being?The week-long series will help you learn what engaging with your community means and the work-life benefits.Sessions:Monday, 10/21 | What is civic engagement, anyway, and what does that have to do with me?When you hear the words “civic engagement,” what comes to mind? Even amongst experts in the field, definitions and obligations around civic engagement are blurry. Spend some time throughout the week considering what engaging with your community means, how it might look to you, and an introduction to leveraging the benefits in your life. Tuesday, 10/22 | Civic engagement: A brief history in scholarship and community.Civic engagement is a topic of interest for both scholars and community leaders. A variety of strategies have resulted in many different outcomes. Take a closer look at some of the most effective movements and what lessons we can take with us into the future.Wednesday, 10/23 | Engaging today, part I: The current civic landscapeHaving a better understanding of where we came from, what does civic engagement look like in our communities today? Studies have shown that individuals who are actively involved in their communities experience overall improved quality of life and sense of fulfillment. This involvement looks different for everyone, and we are all able to take some action to improve both ourselves and our communities.Thursday, 10/24 | Engaging today, part II: Reclaiming your civic spaceWhose responsibility is it to bring new or underrepresented community members into the public conversation? Newcomers and long-time residents alike can become alienated in their own spheres. The good news is that there are strategies and resources to help you reclaim your civic spaces and make room for more, wherever you are now. The future of democracy depends on it!Friday, 10/25 | The future of civic engagement: Where do we go from here?Armed with your understanding of civic engagement at the intersection of existing structures and yourself, how will you transform this knowledge into a plan of action? An essential step in determining how you move forward is defining what is important to you and how much time you can contribute to the cause. This final installment will bring everything together to help determine a path forward.InstructorAbbey Guggisberg, University of Minnesota Extension educator, leadership and civic engagement
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Abbey Guggisberg, University of Minnesota Extension educator, leadership and civic engagement
guggi026@umn.edu
