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Republic, 12 News partner with Valley Leadership for essay/video contest on civil-discourse

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Republic, Valley Leadership sponsor essay/video contestThe Arizona Republic, azcentral.com, and 12 News are partnering with Valley Leadership to bring young Arizonans into the conversation around the future of Arizona.

The partner organizations are sponsoring an essay and video contest to give students in grades 7-12 a forum to address why differences in political opinion tear people apart instead of uniting them to work toward a solution for the common good.

Students are invited to write a 300-word essay or make a 30-second video to answer:

Our political debate in America is too often filled with anger and disrespect. How can your generation solve this problem?

In their answers, students should feel free to cite real-life examples of working together or developing a respect for people with whom they disagree.

Prizes:

  • Ten finalists will win an iPad 2 and be invited to appear in a television special with 12 News anchors Mark Curtis and Lin Sue Cooney.
  • The Arizona Republic will also publish the winning essays in the paper on January 1. The winning videos will be featured on azcentral.com and in the television special.

The deadline for the essay/video contest is Monday, November 21.

More information on how to submit an essay or video is available on azcentral.com.

Get on Board: Tools for the Nonprofit Board Member

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Registration is now open for Get on Board: Tools for the Nonprofit Board Member, part of the leadership development series presented by Valley Leadership, ASU Alumni Association, and the Scottsdale Charros.

Conference participants will engage in a panel discussion and break-out sessions designed to provide attendees with the tools and training to be an effective nonprofit board member.

Panel-discussion participants include:

  • Jim Bruner, Board of Directors, Fiesta Bowl
  • Nora Hannah, Chief Consortium Officer, Experience Matters
  • Tammy McCleod, Chief Customer Officer, APS

The event is Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. with a reception to follow.

Registration for the event is open on the ASU Alumni Association website, or via telephone at 480-965-5207.

Space is limited, so register today!

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AzCCL co-sponsors A Day of Civic Action

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National Conference on Citizenship

This year's National Conference on Citizenship is the first held outside of Washington, D.C.

You are invited to A Day of Civic Action on Thursday, September 22 at the Wyndham Phoenix Hotel.

The Arizona Center for Civic Leadership is sponsoring the Civic Insights Breakfast, the first event in a half-day schedule packed with new information, ideas, and strategies. The breakfast, which launches the day from 7:30-9:00 a.m., will feature a presentation of new insights on civic leadership from local and national research.

There is no charge for the Civic Insights Breakfast, though registration is required. The breakfast also sets the stage for the release of the second edition of the Arizona Civic Health Index, a report developed by the Arizona We Want Institute at the Center for the Future of Arizona.

Following the breakfast, an expert panel and the audience will discuss “Arizona’s civic moment, civic leadership, and citizen potential.” Capping the day will be the Arizona Town Hall Fall Luncheon.

A Day of Civic Action is presented in conjunction with the National Conference on Citizenship, which is being held in Arizona on September 22-23 with the theme “Redefining America’s Social Compact.” The Center for the Future of Arizona is the local sponsor of the high-profile national event.

A Day of Civic Action is collaboratively sponsored by the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership, Arizona Town Hall, Center for the Future of Arizona, and Valley Leadership.

Register for A Day of Civic Action

Register for the National Conference on Citizenship

Valley Leadership announces its 33rd class

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Valley LeadershipValley Leadership, one of Arizona’s notable regional leadership-training organizations, is a vital partner for the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership. Last week, Valley Leadership announced selection of its 33rd class–56 individuals who will attend a nine-month Leadership Institute and leave ready to be even more effective in their communities.

Valley Leadership’s focus on informing Institute participants about key community issues and developing participants’ leadership skills complements the Center’s emphasis on statewide issues and preparing future state-level leaders. Indeed, among participants in the Flinn-Brown Civic Leadership Academy’s first class this spring were several Leadership Institute alumni, including three members of the Valley Leadership board of directors, along with Valley Leadership’s executive director, Frank McCune.

A membership list for Valley Leadership Class 33 is available in a press release posted on the Valley Leadership website. Congratulations to Valley Leadership.

Valley Leadership award nominations due 10/22

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Valley Leadership logoThe 62nd annual Valley Leadership Man and Woman of the Year Awards will be presented at a luncheon on Thursday, March 24, 2011. Making it happen means making some nominations.

The key characteristics for a successful nominee:

  • Has demonstrated long-term, active community involvement and leadership;
  • Has made a significant difference in the Valley through his/her efforts and accomplishments;
  • Has contributed to Valley Leadership’s mission to enhance the abilities of leaders to serve and strengthen our community.

Nomination forms are due Friday, October 22.