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The All-America City Award shines a spotlight on the incredible work taking place in communities across the country.
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ICMA members are invited to apply for the Tranter-Leong Fellowship, the John Garvey Scholarship Fund, and the William H. “Bill” Hansell Jr. Scholarship Fund.
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Amid all the uncertainty in local government, rituals can help us focus, relax, and serve as a better leader and colleague.
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Register for ICMA's High Performance Leadership Academy now!
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Applications close December 13, 2022! Apply now to become a fellow, or host a fellow.
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Identifying the three key disruptive forces that affect local governments: national politics filtering in local governance, technology/social media, and social issues.
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Is the national divide impacting communities? A recent survey asks local governments how they deal with polarization when traditional approaches to engagement are no longer enough.
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It’s crucial for local governments to consider who they are trying to engage, how they are trying to engage with them, and who may be left out of the conversation.
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Two tips to help demystify community engagement, along with three ideas for engaging more effectively.