Models for Reinventing Commonweal Local Communities
by Jack Rakosky "These (CLC) groups are for learning about and discussing far-reaching topics in local spaces. Your conversations may focus on the recent issue of Commonweal Magazine, it may focus on recent news or events, or you might take advantage of our Conversation Starter Series. Overall, we recommend establishing a common vision for your CLC at the first meeting of each year. Each community determines their goals, set-up, meeting times, and the readings best suited for them." - From Commonweal website: Tips for Planning Meetings Restarting the Cleveland CLC after the pandemic should not be left up to who happens to attend the first meeting, especially since many on our CLC list have found it difficult to attend meetings because of conflicts and travel distances. Thoughtful email discussions and additional posts on this website are an important prelude to reopening. Therefore, I have used the skills gained as a researcher and planner in the public menta...