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Want to Support a Healthy Democracy? Start Here.

The Stanford Social Innovation Review published a piece by Alexa Bush and Kyle Kutuchief — members of the…
Building a More Hopeful and Resilient Future by Reimagining the Civic Commons

The ReImagination Café podcast featured the work and impact of Reimagining the Civic Commons in a two-part series…
Akron Bets Big on Parks to Revitalize Downtown

Governing magazine featured how Akron reopened a major downtown park after a $17 million renovation, as part of…
How 59 Data Points Helped Foundations Spark Elusive Change

The Chronicle of Philanthropy featured the work of the Akron Civic Commons team to galvanize public space investments…
Want a Climate-Forward City? Start With Your Public Realm

In conjunction with Next City, Reimagining the Civic Commons hosted “Want a Climate-Forward City? Start With Your Public…
Bridget Marquis talks to Dan Aldrich about robust social infrastructure.
Dr. Daniel Aldrich on Spaces of Connection for Resiliency

Dr. Daniel Aldrich is professor of political science and public policy, an author of five books and the…
Talking Headways Podcast: Connecting Public Assets

Bridget Marquis joined the Talking Headways podcast to chat with host Jeff Wood about connecting public assets, the…
Loneliness, Democracy and the Role of Civic Space: A Conversation Senator Chris Murphy, CT and Shawn McCaney, Executive Director, William Penn Foundation
Loneliness, Democracy and the Role of Civic Space

America is grappling with an epidemic of loneliness—and it’s an issue that encompasses more than how many friends…
The Power of the Commons: Public space for a higher purpose
The Power of the Commons: Public space for a higher purpose

The U.S. is in the grips of increased economic segregation, social isolation and distrust. While these trends have…
Memphis: Summer on the Riverfront

A robust civic commons is a diverse and welcoming gathering place for all. See how Memphians are reacting…