Social Pinpoint

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Community engagement is an ongoing process of collaboration and co-learning. When we evaluate our community engagement initiatives, we give ourselves the opportunity to measure our deeper impact and make improvements for future projects.

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Social Pinpoint

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Community engagement can transform communities. By encouraging public participation in projects that impact society it facilitates fair, equitable, and sustainable outcomes.

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Center for Community Progress

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Land banks are public entities with the unique authority under state law to acquire, manage, and transform problem properties, prioritizing community goals over profit. The other part of successful land banking that addresses racial and economic inequity is community engagement.

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Social Pinpoint

APRIL 16, 2024

So, join us as we explore five inspiring placemaking project examples that empower community engagement. These five initiatives benefit local residents’ specific needs and interests and help beautify our neighbourhoods for increased tourism for future visitors and residing community members for years to come.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

By leveraging AWS to develop the next generation of GovTech technology, the startups aim to address justice and public safety challenges, such as increasing community engagement, deterring crime, and reducing recidivism. 911 call centers are facing unprecedented challenges, with high call volumes, legacy technology, and short staffing.

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Social Pinpoint

AUGUST 9, 2023

Community engagement can have many benefits for universities and colleges. So, it only seems natural that community engagement within universities and colleges can have far-reaching benefits. So, it only seems natural that community engagement within universities and colleges can have far-reaching benefits.

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Social Pinpoint

JULY 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in individuals receiving compensation for their participation in community engagement initiatives. What used to be seen as just a voluntary or civic duty has now become a more nuanced approach that truly recognizes and values the contributions of community members in meaningful ways.

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Social Pinpoint

JUNE 18, 2023

Community engagement doesn’t have to be the same-same, basic and formal experience. In fact, incorporating interactive and enjoyable activities into your community engagement efforts can transform them into something truly memorable. The Love Local still receives contributions from local businesses 3 years later!

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Social Pinpoint

APRIL 25, 2023

Are you taking advantage of social media to promote your online community engagement efforts? From keeping your community informed on your newest projects, promoting opportunities to participate, or closing the loop – social media can be incredibly helpful. What is Social Media Engagement?

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Designed to provide high quality and culturally rich online learning experiences – both inside and outside of the classroom – HBCUv will launch its course sharing network and community engagement platform in 2024.

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Social Pinpoint

JULY 10, 2023

Private community engagement projects empower organizations to foster meaningful connections, facilitate focused discussions, and build stronger relationships with specific groups within their community. Sometimes, you may not want every single community member to provide input. Here are some key advantages to consider.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

New urgency applied to sustainability by institutional leadership Finally, sustainability is an emerging priority for higher education institutions around the world. Experts highlighted examples of it being adopted in university and college strategies, funding, curricula, governance, and community engagement.

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Bang the Table

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Now that we’ve more than a year to examine exactly how governments are doing in a time like no other – let’s take a moment to unpack our most burning question: “How has the community engagement landscape changed?” The post How has community engagement changed in the last two years?

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Center for Community Progress

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Many land banks find it challenging to engage residents and recruit for their boards; OMLBs Ambassador Program works to expand the bench of stakeholders and community members who engage with the land bank. Anthonys Church The Lucas County Land Bank serves communities across Lucas County, Ohio including the City of Toledo.

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The City Fix

JANUARY 9, 2023

The latest UN climate conference, COP27 in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, was a significant one for cities in many respects. Delegates established a new fund to help vulnerable countries deal with loss and damages from climate impacts, and some of.

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The City Fix

MARCH 24, 2023

About two-thirds of the world’s population will live in cities by 2050. While cities are hubs of innovation and opportunity, the increasing pace of urbanization also exacerbates inequality, stresses infrastructure, and fuels climate change, air pollution and other environmental problems.

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GovPilot

DECEMBER 11, 2024

These goals often include enhancing public services, improving infrastructure, increasing community engagement, promoting sustainability , and ensuring fiscal responsibility. As one year comes to an end and another begins, municipalities set a range of goals aimed at improving the quality of life for their residents.

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zencity

MAY 2, 2022

Our research insights on inclusive engagement from community members and engagement practitioners. Are you an organization that is trying to develop an inclusive engagement culture and practice in your organization? Yet providing a tool for community engagement was not enough. We want inclusive engagement.

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The City Fix

JANUARY 24, 2023

A picture is worth a thousand words, and dozens of photographers from diverse backgrounds captured scenes portraying their visions of a desirable and more sustainable city at COP27. Submissions to the Transformative Urban Coalitions photo competition were made by people.

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The City Fix

MARCH 17, 2021

In cities around the world, local officials face multi-dimensional sustainability and resilience challenges and are often responsible for achieving many overlapping mandates. More effective solutions require cross-cutting responses and collaboration across multiple levels of government and sectors. New research reveals.

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Social Pinpoint

JUNE 12, 2023

It is no surprise that fostering community involvement in the educational process can have a profound impact on student success. When schools and educational institutions actively engage with their communities, this leads to long-lasting benefits for students, teachers, families, and the wider community.

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Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

In writing the previous post on schools as neighborhood anchors, I referenced the Planning Whole Communities Toolkit , by the Puget Sound Regional Council. Speaking of National Community Planning Month , this could become the foundation of a broader and deeper community planning toolkit, by adding various "missing" sections.

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Iron Sharpens Iron

JUNE 16, 2021

Cass Green is currently Project Manager for New Kensington CDC, HACE and Impact Services' DOJ-Community-Based Crime Reduction Grant (CBCR) in the Kensington and Fairhill neighborhoods. She previously served as People’s Emergency Center CDC’s Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships.

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Iron Sharpens Iron

JUNE 16, 2021

Cass Green is currently Project Manager for New Kensington CDC, HACE and Impact Services' DOJ-Community-Based Crime Reduction Grant (CBCR) in the Kensington and Fairhill neighborhoods. She previously served as People’s Emergency Center CDC’s Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships.

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The City Fix

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With over half of the world’s population living in cities, urban spaces not only house us but offer opportunities for collective work and learning while serving as sources of creativity, inspiration and hope. Nevertheless, cities also account for a staggering.

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A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

A catalyst for positive action, we work with key stakeholders to develop and implement a pragmatic programme to facilitate the transition towards more accessible, inclusive and sustainable research and education models in the Arab region.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

DECEMBER 9, 2022

CLTs provide a community ownership approach to providing affordable housing, trying to balance the homeowner desire to build equity with the community and societal desire to maintain an affordable housing stock and the desire of local governments and other funders to sustain housing intervention funding.

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Center for Community Progress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Montgomery, Alabama The Montgomery, Alabama fellows used their grant to lay the foundation for the King Hill Community Garden, a creative space collectively designed by residents, nonprofit partners, and the city. The garden is a strong example of sustainability in urban settings, and its mural shares an important piece of community history.

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Grant Central USA

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Why is grant writing crucial for nonprofit organizations' sustainability and growth? Grant writing is indispensable for the sustainability and growth of nonprofit organizations. In summary, grant writing is the lifeblood of nonprofit sustainability and growth.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 24, 2024

Innovating Educational Content Over the past year, we’ve continued to push the envelope in creating engaging and impactful educational content. These experiences have made learning more dynamic and engaging, allowing students to apply what they learn in real-time and receive immediate feedback. As trained educators with Ph.D.s

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The City Fix

AUGUST 12, 2020

Cities in Africa are in something of a quandary when it comes to COVID-19. To date, the impact of the disease has been much less than most experts predicted. As of this writing, the continent has had over 890,000 confirmed. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The City Fix

AUGUST 2, 2024

Daily commutes via car have evolved into more than mere trips – they greatly influence both our mental and physical well-being. Research shows that relentless car journeys don’t just occupy our time, they significantly shape our mood and overall outlook.

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The City Fix

APRIL 12, 2021

In 2020 and into 2021, transportation agencies, companies and advocacy groups acted swiftly in the face of the unique public health crisis and disruption caused by COVID-19. They provided solutions that kept frontline workers, groceries, health services and other critical. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The City Fix

APRIL 10, 2020

The impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic are still being understood, but it does seem clear that this crisis will make a mark on cities, physically and socially, that will echo for generations. How we plan our cities has always. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The City Fix

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This past year has been one of deep transformation, as we continue to live through one of the most influential events in human history. Amid the global pandemic, the social and racial inequality gap continues to widen. And the world’s. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The City Fix

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Owusu lives with his wife and four children in the Tantra Hills neighborhood of Accra, Ghana, where he shares his residence with five other tenants and their families. The house has a toilet and electricity, but the costs for both. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The City Fix

JUNE 13, 2022

What makes Vitoria-Gasteiz stand out is the coordinated action its leaders and community. Like many European cities in the 20th century, Vitoria-Gasteiz, capital of the Basque Country in Spain, experienced rapid population growth, followed by increased motorization and urban sprawl. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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