Creating Inclusive, Democratic Spaces for Learning, Research, and Action

Posted by Lehigh University on April 3, 2017

Registration now open for Living our Civic Values: Creating Inclusive, Democratic Spaces for Learning, Research, and Action to be held June 1-2, 2017 at Lehigh University

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Living our Civic Values: Creating Inclusive, Democratic Spaces for Learning, Research, and Action

June 1 & 2, 2017
Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA

Co-hosted by Lehigh University, Moravian College, and Northampton Community College with support from PA Campus Compact

Description: In the past year, political and social changes in our society are providing both challenges and opportunities. With these changes, the field of service-learning and civic/community engagement (SLCE) seems uniquely suited to respond. The question now stands: how do we best address this landscape and ensure that we continue to work towards a more just, equitable, and thriving world? Also, how do we create spaces for difficult conversations, where participants can confront opposing ideas and hold tension in productive and meaningful ways? How do we expand the circle of leadership and empower our colleagues and selves toward civic agency?

The first day of this two-day retreat led by Patti Clayton and Sarah Stanlick will address frameworks, theory, and skills for democratic engagement, dialogue, and empowerment through SLCE. The second day is a facilitated day intended to give space and support to attendees in producing tangible plans, writing, and products they might not have had a chance to complete (or the space to think about them) during the academic year. We will provide technical assistance, brainstorming support, and endless coffee to help you focus and fuel your plans for the 2017-2018 Academic Year ahead (and beyond).

Dr. Patti Clayton, consultant (http://curricularengagement.com/) and Senior Scholar at IUPUI and UNC-Greensboro, will provide workshops and ongoing support throughout the two-day gathering. Dr. Sarah Stanlick, Lehigh University, often works as a co-facilitator and consultant with Patti (e.g. for NC Campus Compact’s professional development workshops, etc.). We seek to have a balance of hands-on workshop time balanced with free time for individuals to make progress on their own work.

To register go here. Registration deadline is May 24, 2017.

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