Civic Health in the Chippewa Valley
Civic Health in the Chipppewa Valley
A 2026 CommUnity Conference Satellite Event
Welcome to the local hub for the 2026 CommUnity Conference. While the main conference is hosted by the Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies (The CommNS) at UW-Madison, we are bringing the conversation home to the Chippewa Valley.
This satellite event is designed to move beyond the data and into action. We will spend the morning learning from statewide experts via livestream and the afternoon working together to map our local strengths and define the values that will shape our collective future.
Register Now – Limited to 50 Participants
Event Details
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Eau Claire Highway Department Training Facility
Cost: Free
Who should attend?
Elected officials, neighborhood leaders, nonprofit professionals, clerks, librarians, and passionate community volunteers from Chippewa, Dunn & Eau Claire Counties.
Relevant Resources & Preparation
The NCoC Civic
Health Framework
Learn about the National Conference on Citizenship’s indicators (Volunteering, Giving, Voting, etc.)
Clear Vision Eau Claire
Learn more about our afternoon facilitation partner and their work in the region.
What is Asset Mapping?
A brief primer on why we focus on community strengths rather than just deficits.
Hosted in Partnership By:
Organizational & Leadership Development – Division of Extension
Clear Vision Eau Claire
Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies