The Campus Compact and Academy of Community Engagement Scholarship (ACES) are launching a new webinar series focused on addressing youth gun violence through community-engaged scholarship. Running from December 2024 to June 2025, the "Addressing Wicked Issues" series will explore how higher education institutions can contribute to preventing youth gun violence through research, teaching, and community partnerships.
The six-part series kicks off on December 11th with a coalition conversation, followed by monthly workshops covering:
The Honey W. Nashman Center is excited to announce our 2024 Community Engagement Workshop Series, featuring a variety of interactive sessions designed to deepen your understanding of community-engaged scholarship and practice. Each session offers unique insights and tools for fostering impactful partnerships and civic engagement.
Workshop Schedule
- Kick-off Coalition Conversation
Wednesday, 12/11 @ 3 PM Eastern
Start the series by connecting with fellow educators and practitioners to discuss the goals and vision for community engagement in 2024. - Community-Engaged Research Workshop
Wednesday, 1/22 @ 3 PM Eastern
Explore strategies for conducting meaningful, collaborative research with community partners. - Community-Engaged Teaching & Learning Workshop
Wednesday, 2/19 @ 3 PM Eastern
Learn how to integrate community engagement into your curriculum to enhance student learning and impact. - Student-Led Civic Engagement Workshop
Wednesday, 4/16 @ 3 PM Eastern
Hear from student leaders about innovative civic engagement projects and how they’re making a difference. - Anchor Strategy & Community Partnerships Workshop
Wednesday, 5/14 @ 3 PM Eastern
Dive into anchor strategies and learn how to cultivate sustainable, mutually beneficial community partnerships. - Wrap-up & Closing
Wednesday, 6/4 @ 3 PM Eastern
Reflect on the series and share key takeaways as we plan for continued collaboration and growth.
Dr. Camille Williamson, DSW, LCSW, Program Manager at the American Medical Association's Center for Health Equity and Campus Compact Knowledge Creation Fellow, will moderate the series.
The initiative aims to examine root causes of gun violence while highlighting successful prevention strategies. Participants will explore how higher education professionals can develop local solutions through various approaches including community-engaged research, teaching, and student leadership.
Higher education professionals are invited to contribute their experiences and resources to be featured in future workshops. For more information or to register, visit Campus Compact's website.
