VILLAGE SQUARE FOUNDER NOMINATED FOR NATIONAL CIVIC COLLABORATION AWARD
Civvys celebrate partnerships that strengthen America, shining a light on hope amidst the chaos
(TALLAHASSEE, FL) – October 16, 2017 – More than ever before, America’s future depends on working together. We need to celebrate the people and initiatives that leverage collaboration and creativity to strengthen communities, heal partisan divides, and invigorate American democracy. That’s why the Bridge Alliance and Big Tent Nation created the American Civic Collaboration Awards – or Civvys.
Liz Joyner, founder of the Tallahassee-grown Village Square, has been named a finalist for this national award in honor of her tireless efforts to help overcome polarization and foster civic renewal.
“At a time when division across America has reached a new fever pitch, we are honored to have been recognized by Bridge Alliance and Big Tent Nation – two organizations doing the important work of healing the gaping divide – for the Village Square’s work in Tallahassee and beyond.”
The 2017 American Civic Collaboration Awards finalists all exemplify what it means to embrace diverse perspectives and make a difference. Selected by a panel of civic engagement experts from more than 50 nominations, this year’s finalists have achieved on-the-ground impact. Other award finalists at the national level include Convergence, Sam Novey, State Legislative Leaders Foundation, National Institute for Civil Discourse & National Foundation for Women Legislators, Essential Partners, Peter Weichlein of USAFMC, and Ken Nwadike of Free Hugs Project.
The Civvy awards are co-sponsored by the Bridge Alliance and Big Tent Nation – organizations dedicated to bringing people together from across the political spectrum to address and resolve America’s greatest challenges.
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