Discover the Winter Edition of National Civic Review: Where Civic Engagement Meets Innovation

NCDD friends, The National Civic League, recently published the Winter Edition of the National Civic Review which explores civic engagement and democracy’s role in community well-being, spotlighting citizen-led innovations in public safety and homelessness. It delves into participatory governance and creativity’s vital contribution to human flourishing. Available open-access online, it’s a key read on civic progress. Read more in the blog post below.

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The Winter Edition of the National Civic Review is here, and it’s a compelling deep dive into the evolving landscape of civic engagement, democracy, and community well-being.

​This issue shines a spotlight on the powerful ways collaboration and citizen-led initiatives are transforming how we approach some of society’s toughest challenges—think public safety and homelessness. Through innovative, locally-driven solutions, diverse stakeholders are coming together to create real change, proving that the best ideas often start at the grassroots level.

But that’s just the beginning. This edition also explores the rise of participatory governance — a growing movement where everyday citizens are stepping up to tackle issues too often ignored or underserved by traditional systems. From reimagining public spaces to addressing systemic inequities, these efforts show democracy in action, powered by the people who live it every day.

And there’s more: we unpack the vital link between democratic practices and human flourishing. Creativity, often dismissed as a luxury, takes center stage as a fundamental force in building the world we aspire to live in. Far from a ‘nice-to-have,’ it’s a catalyst for progress and a cornerstone of resilient communities.

Ready to dive in? The online edition of the National Civic Review is now open access—no paywalls, no barriers. Click here to read it now and see how civic innovation is shaping a brighter future.