The Mathews Center officially launched the Applied Democracy Exchanges conversation series with Dr. David Mathews in 2023. These monthly discussions, held every third Thursday, focus on the current perils and future promises of democracy in the U.S. and abroad. Held both live online and in-person, participants will explore a unique, democracy-related theme each month. Read More »
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Applied Democracy Exchanges Officially Commence in 2023
Civic Dispatch: Downtown Revitalization as an Agent Against Rural Brain Drain
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Deep Singh reports on how Jasper Main Street has boosted the development of downtown while encouraging young people to join the movement and help revitalize their hometown. Read More »
Civic Dispatch: Cousins create cafe in Collinsville
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Brin Allen tells the story of two cousins meeting a local need while creating a welcoming community space through their small business. Read More »
DMC Invited to Speak at 2022 ALM Conference
The Alabama League of Municipalities hosted its 2022 Annual Conference in Tuscaloosa from Wednesday, May 11 to Friday, May 13. DMC Executive Director Rachel Mosness presented a concurrent session to gathered municipal leaders on “How to Have Constructive Conversations with Citizens.” Read More »
Announcing the Return of Matching Donations
Last year, the Mathews Center launched our Annual Fund to better fulfill our mission to strengthen civic life across Alabama. A generous donor came forward with an offer to match the gifts we received, and we are delighted to report that this offer has been extended: all donations received by September 30, 2022, up to a maximum of $85,000, will be matched dollar for dollar. Read More »
DMC Hosts the 2022 JOIP Intern Retreat
The David Mathews Center for Civic Life hosted the second virtual JOIP Intern Retreat on Friday, February 25, 2022. Over 20 students and faculty mentors from five universities across the state met via Zoom to get to know each other, learn about the DMC, and share their upcoming JOIP projects for the Spring semester. Read More »
Civic Dispatch: Windowpanes and Certificate Frames
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern John Pace describes how one person and their unique skills can truly make a lasting difference in a community. Read More »
Civic Dispatch: Finding Home
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Benjamin Hand shares how the people and places in Walker County transform a community into a home. Read More »
Civic Dispatch: “Revolution of Joy” Arrives in Camden
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 »
Civic Dispatch: The Route to Becoming a Neighbor
Jean O’Connor-Snyder intern Katy Hurd delves into the role of Capstone Rural Health Center as a staple for Walker County in both healthcare and community connections. Read More »
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