DOI
10.21768/ejopa.v5i1.2
Abstract
Improving collective understanding of the civic health of communities and the nation is a critical first step in building civic and political connectedness. Recent efforts, including those of the State of Indiana, have focused on “taking the pulse” of civic activity. These efforts highlight the importance of building civic knowledge and skills for citizens, including young upcoming civic actors. However, another important group of civic actors has largely gone unexamined in this effort to advance civic health: public, private, and nonprofit-sector leaders at both the regional and state levels. This article argues that while each sector brings different qualities to the table, all are required to effectively advance initiatives targeting civic health. The author proposes a method for reinvigorating civic disposition and building regional social capital to collectively address the negative outcomes of civic health challenges; she also shares lessons learned.
Recommended Citation
Szarleta, Ellen
(2016)
"A Civic Health Dialogue and Deliberation:
Engaging Business, Nonprofit, and Public Leaders,"
eJournal of Public Affairs: Vol. 5:
Iss.
1, Article 4.
DOI: 10.21768/ejopa.v5i1.2
Available at:
https://bearworks.missouristate.edu/ejopa/vol5/iss1/4
