Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Lauren Landers explores how the community of Camden celebrates the collective history of the Black Belt region through art. Read More »
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Civic Dispatch: “Revolution of Joy” Arrives in Camden
Civic Dispatch: Outdoor sports reel in new fans, economic benefits
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Amy Clark reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on the outdoor sports industry in Alabama’s Black Belt.
The outdoor sports industry in Alabama’s Black Belt continues to flourish as more and more Alabamians head outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Civic Dispatch: BAMA KIDS Inc. Builds Wilcox County Success Story
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Laura Thompson reports on the work of BAMA KIDS Inc. in her thought piece from Camden.
After nurturing children in Wilcox County for more than 25 years, BAMA KIDS Inc. provided a full slate of educational and recreational opportunities for more than 70 children this summer.
Created in 1993 by a group of volunteers inspired by Albert Gordon and the Rev. Frank Smith, BAMA KIDS started with a “lot of enthusiasm and community support” but little money.
Today, thanks to collaborations with people throughout the Camden community and institutions like the University of Alabama in Birmingham and foundations, the organization has produced countless success stories.
Civic Dispatch: Black Belt Treasures Colors Creativity in Camden
Laura Agee, a 2018 fellow with Auburn University’s Living Democracy, reflects on the importance of creativity in community at her summer placement (and hometown!) of Camden. Living Democracy is one of our longest running partners of the Jean O’Connor-Snyder Internship Program. To view the original post (and many others), head over to their site!
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