2017 Theme: "From Charity to Change"
"Social change is not going to come from just knowing more information, but from doing something with it." - Pia Mancini
The issues of our communities are complex; the immediate needs of our neighbors must be met; and our duty as citizens of this place is to serve. But there is more...
This year's Civic Innovation Institute will give participants the opportunity to network, deepen skills in community-based learning partnerships, and participate in training on how to bring about long-term social change. By focusing on the theme "From Charity to Change," we will examine how our work and partnerships can not only meet the immediate needs of the community, but change the very systems that cause our deepest challenges. It will ask us to set goals, to take risks, and to support one another for long-term work. Check out the Conference Agenda frequently as workshops are listed!
Along with a range of local expertise, we are especially excited to partner with Guilford College and the Appalachian Community Fund to bring you this year's institute. It will be a gathering you don't want to miss!
Join us for the 3rd annual Civic Innovation Institute! June 8-9, 2017 on the Emory & Henry College campus in Emory, VA.
This year's Civic Innovation Institute will give participants the opportunity to network, deepen skills in community-based learning partnerships, and participate in training on how to bring about long-term social change. By focusing on the theme "From Charity to Change," we will examine how our work and partnerships can not only meet the immediate needs of the community, but change the very systems that cause our deepest challenges. It will ask us to set goals, to take risks, and to support one another for long-term work. Check out the Conference Agenda frequently as workshops are listed!
Along with a range of local expertise, we are especially excited to partner with Guilford College and the Appalachian Community Fund to bring you this year's institute. It will be a gathering you don't want to miss!
Join us for the 3rd annual Civic Innovation Institute! June 8-9, 2017 on the Emory & Henry College campus in Emory, VA.