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 […]

Developing Your Vision and Goals

Part of the Community Action Toolkit and the Broadband Toolkit This article offers definitions and a simple process you can use to develop a vision and goals to support community planning and action. Definitions Vision A vision is a statement that describes a desired future. Visions consider what is possible, unite people, and can inspire […]

What you can learn about your community from demographics

You may be surprised at how much you can learn about your community from demographic data. Besides the size, growth or distribution of the population, you can find detailed information on the social, economic and housing characteristics of communities.

Culturally Responsive Strategic Planning

Learn how Extension staff facilitated a planning process that respected and reflected the sacred nature of three historically significant and sacred sites located in Sauk County.

Goodbye icebreakers, hello improv!

Learn how improv games enhance learner engagement, communication and create deeper connections. Help your team create a culture of trust and innovation.

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