Civic Engagement

Extension educators prepare leaders to navigate challenging times and evolving circumstances. Change can occur unexpectedly, as with a natural disaster or the closing of a major employer. Trends like an aging population or a decline in community volunteerism can drive change that is anticipated and planned for. Social, economic or other change may even be welcomed.

We provide tools to lead and manage all kinds of change with confidence. Our work with leaders focuses on:

scenario-planning to prepare for potential impacts of change
goal-setting to address strategic opportunities and threats
resilience and mindfulness to care for yourself and those you lead
lessons from leaders who have adapted and helped their organization or community successfully pivot and find success

Contact your county educator to discuss how Extension can help you hone your skills of adaptive leadership and lead confidently in times of uncertainty and change.

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Engagement for Community Change

Part of the Community Action Toolkit and the Broadband Toolkit What is Community Engagement? Community engagement is the process of involving the public in problem-solving, planning, policy-setting, and decision-making. This definition is grounded in the belief that everyone affected by a given decision has the right to participate in making it. In this article, we […]

How and why we must improve civic health

Extension educators can work with you to improve your community’s civic health. Learn why it’s crucial and how you can work toward change.

Leading in times of change

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