CDS Seeking Executive Director

CDS is a membership-based nonprofit corporation established in 1969 to strengthen and advance community development policy, practice, learning, and research through educational and scientific means. We host an annual conference; offer occasional webinars; publish two peer-reviewed journals, two book series, and a monthly newsletter. CDS also offers a wide variety of scholarships and awards for both […]

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Webinar: On Love and Power in Community Development

This seminar explores the deeper dimensions of love and power in community development. Clear definitions will be provided along with a conceptual framework about how they are intertwined in community development work. Two case studies will illustrate the manifestations of love and power in our field. There will be an open dialogue for questions, critiques, and […]

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CDS Board Begins Ambassador Program

The Community Development Society board recently authorized the creation of a CDS Ambassador program at its March meeting.  This new member service of the society will work under the auspices of the CDS Membership Committee. “This new Ambassador program will serve as an outreach resource for the society to promote acceptance and belonging and value to all […]

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A Call For Book Chapters

Innovative Practices in Business Succession and Transition In many areas, especially rural communities, long-standing businesses including grocery stores, restaurants, etc. are closing in increasing numbers when owners reach or are nearing retirement age without local heirs interested in continuing the business. Often, a business has no succession plan, and some are too small to consider an […]

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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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