Civic muscle is about how we weave together and leverage the assets that we all bring to the table, based on the sector, institution or community we represent. It's recognizing that the challenges we face are complex — and that we cannot solve them alone.
Read MoreCivic Commons and Black Home Initiative were proud to sponsor a recent author presentation by Richard Rothstein and his daughter and co-author Leah Rothstein. Richard, who wrote the 2017 book “The Color of Law,” laid the groundwork for the work that’s currently underway in the Puget Sound region. In a second book, “Just Action,” Richard and Leah outline tangible steps and strategies for local groups and communities.
Read MoreNo stranger to the work here at Civic Commons, we’re proud to spotlight another valued team member of the Civic Commons’ staff, Frank Nam. Frank leads the Belonging effort of Civic Commons through his role as the Project Director of We Belong Here.
Read MoreIs community the antidote to loneliness and social isolation? In the latest blog post, We Belong Here Project Manager Frank Nam proposes four ways to practice community in your everyday life — and rebuild our connections with one another.
Read MoreAdvocacy is one of the four great practices of building Belonging. When we advocate for others, we are working towards building common ground and accessibility for all. In this blog, We Belong Here Project Director, Frank Nam, shares his personal experience on advocacy, and helpful tips on how to become an advocate for yourself and others.
Read MoreMeet Alex Peri, Operations Coordinator at Civic Commons.
Alex brings more than a decade of operations expertise to Civic Commons, with experience working across both the public and private sectors. His passion for community, racial equity, and impact-driven work in our region is what has led him to being an essential role player on the team. His positive mindset, penchant for collaboration, dedication to compassionate listening, and synergetic approach to project management ensures that our team and partners feel supported every step of the way.
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