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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CDS Members are invited to register to attend the monthly board meeting.
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Now that the new CDS website is live, and all active accounts have been transferred from the old website, CDS Members are invited to add information to their profiles.
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CDS Members are invited to attend the Annual Meeting of the Members.
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CDS Members are invited to register to attend the monthly board meeting.
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The 2022 Awards Season is here! Updated dates and descriptions of each award can be found on our website. The link to the nominations form will appear on the website starting Monday, May 9. You can nominate a colleague for the Duane L. Gibson Distinguished Service Award, the Ted K. Bradshaw Outstanding Research Award, the Community Development […]
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On Sunday, Members received an email from Community Development Society <invitations@mail.electionbuddy.com> subject line “Vote now: Community Development Society – 2022 Officers & Board Election.” This email provided a unique link for you to vote. Elections are open through May 31. If you do not see it, please check your spam folder, or search your inbox for […]
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As the Community Development Society expands its vibrancy and impact, our sister societies are reaching out to us. This past week, the president of the International Association for Community Development (IACD) from Northern Ireland and an IACD board member from Australia contacted me to explore a deeper connection between our organizations. In addition, the National Association […]
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Through the Looking Glass: Community Development from Today to Tomorrow May 18, 12 noon Central Time (US & Canada) In this webinar, Mary Emery will be hosting a panel discussion on future directions. More details to follow.
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The CDS Nominations Committee is happy to invite you to vote in this year’s Officer and Board Election. Results will be announced mid-June, and those elected will begin their term at the CDS Annual Meeting held during the virtual CDS conference this July.
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