Western Oregon University’s Department of Politics, Policy, and Administration’s Empowered Communities Project: Civic Engagement, Advocacy and Democracy promotes and facilitates opportunities for WOU students and members of the surrounding communities to participate in deliberative dialogue and engaged learning in order to cultivate stronger, more inclusive local communities. The series values the cultivation of knowledge through engaged learning and the development of critical thinking skills, community partnerships, life-long active citizenship, and the creation of access for all. The series focuses on Deliberative Democracy by cultivating awareness, promoting civil service, and encouraging advocacy to effect meaningful social collaborations and change.

Contact Earlene Camarillo camarilloe@wou.edu or Mary Pettenger pettengm@wou.edu for more information.