Akron has always been a city that rises to the occasion—literally and figuratively. Perched at the summit of the Ohio and Erie Canal, its very name comes from the Greek word for “high point,” a nod to both its geography and its enduring spirit of innovation.
From its days as the “Rubber Capital of the World” to its leadership today as a hub for entrepreneurship, sustainable polymers, and, healthcare, Akron has never shied away from reinventing itself.
Today, Akron’s energy is focused on building a more participatory future. That’s why we’re excited to announce our partnership with Unify America to organize our upcoming Citizens’ Assembly School.
PROGRAM
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J. Cherie Strachan – the Importance of Civic Engagement
Marjan Ehsassi – The Case for Citizens’ Assemblies & Intro to FIDE – North America
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Peter MacLeod - Founder and Principal, MASS LBP
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Sarah Yaffe - Director, MASS LBP
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Morgan Lasher - Chief Community Officer, Unify America
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Victoria & Saanich Citizens’ Assembly on Amalgamation – Good Governance - the Critical Role of the Chair, the Experts and the Oversight Committee
Civic Assemblies from Petaluma to Deschutes and Fort Erie: How to Land with Administration and Impact Policy
Montrose Citizens’ Assembly on Childcare – Unify Montrose & How to Organize for Sustainability
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Amy Lee - Associate Director, IDEA, Ohio State University.
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(Four workshops will be offered both days; participants select two)
1. Deeper Dive into Deliberative Facilitation
2. Independent Evaluations, Case Sudies & FIDE - North America's Learning Series
3. Scaling CAs: the Case for Online Citizens’ Assemblies
4. From Ad-hoc to Institutionalized Citizens’ Assemblies
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SPEAKERS
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Executive Director - FIDE - North America
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Founder, Principal - MASS LBP
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Founder - Unify America
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Director - Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics; Professor of Political Science - University of Akron
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Director - MASS LBP
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Program Director - Healthy Democracy
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Associate Professor and Research Associate - Institute for Public Policy Research & Analysis, University of Oklahoma.
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Chief Community Officer - Unify America
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Senior Director of Deliberation - Unify America
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Programme Manager - FIDE North America
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Learning Series Research Coordinator - FIDE - North America
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Associate Director - IDEA, Ohio State University
REGISTRATIONS
School Ticket
$400
The School Ticket includes access to the programme and catering during June 12-13, including the dinner on Thursday.
For Akron-based applicants we have a limited number of scholarships to offset the registration fee.
The capacity is limited, and every applicant will be notified about their status.
Venue: Bounce Innovation Hub 526 S Main St, Akron, OH 44311
Registration deadline: Friday, May 30th.
For program-related questions, get in touch at north.america@fidemocracy.org
For Akron-related questions, get in touch with Kate Tucker at Unify America.
What participants have to share!
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