Civic Engagement Actions Bank by Abbey Guggisberg

A friendlier neighborhood

2024-10-24 22:01:06 UTC

Say one extra "hi" on my walk

A friendlier neighborhood

2024-10-24 22:01:37 UTC

Host dinner for the neighbors on my block

A friendlier neighborhood

2024-10-24 22:03:47 UTC

Revitalize the park in the center of town with spaces for gathering, creating, and eating together. Hold different events every night for different initiatives/interests

Diverse elected officials

2024-10-25 13:43:47 UTC

Thank the lone female school board member.

Search local government website

2024-10-25 13:43:50 UTC

People feel welcomed and included

2024-10-25 13:44:11 UTC

Invite someone to a community event

Volunteering with youth

2024-10-25 13:44:14 UTC

Explore ways to connect with more youth in our community.

Attend town board meetings and get to know the mayor.

2024-10-25 13:44:21 UTC

Diverse elected officials

2024-10-25 13:44:22 UTC

Encourage females and other under-represented to run for office.

Neighborhood cleanup

2024-10-25 13:44:28 UTC

Pick up any garbage I see while walking the dog

Family-friendly community

2024-10-25 13:44:33 UTC

Host playgroup at the park - with activities for various age groups

Healthier soil in my county

2024-10-25 13:44:37 UTC

initiate "why" conversations with farmers to better understand barriers

Building trust in local government

2024-10-25 13:44:54 UTC

talk to neighbor about successes and challenges

Start a library salon to discuss local issues.

2024-10-25 13:44:57 UTC

A family-friendly community

2024-10-25 13:45:03 UTC

Greet families on our walks through town

Neighborhood cleanup

2024-10-25 13:45:05 UTC

Help elderly neighbors with their leaves/snow removal

Volunteering with youth

2024-10-25 13:45:34 UTC

Send notes to youth in our schools sharing positive thoughts

Preservation of local resources(ie water quality)

2024-10-25 13:45:34 UTC

Clean up garbage and ensure that you do your part

Diverse elected officials

2024-10-25 13:45:41 UTC

All area boards/councils would reflect the diversity of the community they represent (Gender, age, education, etc)

People feel welcomed and included

2024-10-25 13:45:54 UTC

Community/neighborhood events with diverse representation

Neighborhood cleanup

2024-10-25 13:46:04 UTC

Gather a group of people to clean up on ramps/off ramps, alleys and sidewalks

Building trust in local Government

2024-10-25 13:46:06 UTC

Set up a meetings at the Library for local officials to share more about current topics

Family-friendly community

2024-10-25 13:46:17 UTC

Childcare facility (including before and after school care) with activity center to encourage spending time in our community. The center will host events for the community at no cost.

Healthier soil in my county

2024-10-25 13:46:27 UTC

Farmers will not wave to other farmers not implementing soil health practices and healthy soil is valued. No-till organic farming is the norm.

Preservation of local resources

2024-10-25 13:46:58 UTC

Mobilize community members to clean up and carry out best practices to protect the health of resources.

People feel welcomed and included

2024-10-25 13:47:11 UTC

Culturally-inclusive community spaces - hair salons, grocery stores, etc.

Building trust in local Government

2024-10-25 13:47:14 UTC

Having an engaged community forum where we identify our community values and decide together priorities for our community

Healthier soil in my county

2024-10-25 13:47:23 UTC

Initiate small group meetings with farmers to gain understanding and support those for healthier soil. Provide gov $ to those trying it.

Preservation of local resources

2024-10-25 13:47:44 UTC

Program that will incentivise best practices.