April 2023 Chair Update

Fellow CDSers, it is that time of the year again when we seek your advice and guidance in nominating fellow members to join the leadership team and guide the organization into a new year. Democracies thrive with good leadership, and we have only to look around the world to see the impact of leaders more interested […]

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March 2023 Chair Update

Plans are moving ahead for our gathering in Portland this summer. As our first face-to-face meeting since 2019, this conference will have special meaning for the Society. Much has happened over the past four years; among other things, our Post COVID world resulted in an increased interest in and attention to Community Development and our potential […]

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June 2022 Chair’s Update

Gratitude is a consistent theme that emerges as I write this column. As chair of the CDS Board of Directors, I continue to be amazed at the resilience and creative impact of our treasured Community Development Society during these tumultuous times.  First, I’m grateful to Anthony Cook, our secretary, and the CDS nominations committee members who found […]

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