Civic Dialogue
Creates spaces for residents to engage in constructive conversations about community issues across political and social differences
Facilitates community dialogues and civic engagement across New Hampshire to strengthen democracy
About Organization
New Hampshire Listens is a civic engagement initiative of the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire. Based in Durham, NH, the organization designs and facilitates virtual and in-person community dialogues that help residents work together across differences. The initiative focuses on building civic infrastructure to sustain democratic participation throughout New Hampshire.
Civic Dialogue
Creates spaces for residents to engage in constructive conversations about community issues across political and social differences
Democratic Infrastructure
Builds capacity for sustained civic engagement by training facilitators and establishing dialogue processes throughout New Hampshire
Community Solutions
Helps residents move from conversation to collaborative action on issues affecting their communities and state
Work with communities to identify dialogue topics and engagement goals that matter locally
Create customized virtual or in-person dialogue formats appropriate for the community and topic
Guide structured conversations that help diverse participants listen, understand different perspectives, and find common ground
Help communities translate dialogue insights into collaborative action and sustained civic engagement
Services and programs offered by New Hampshire Listens
Facilitates structured conversations where residents discuss local issues and find common ground across differences
Trains community members and leaders in dialogue facilitation techniques to support constructive civic engagement
Designs and hosts online forums that bring diverse New Hampshire residents together for meaningful conversation
Partners with local organizations to design custom engagement processes that address specific community needs
Meet the people behind New Hampshire Listens.
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