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Meet Our New Program Development Intern: Aleksandra “Sasha” Mayer

At the Institute for Civility, we believe meaningful change begins with people who are willing to listen, learn, and engage. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Aleksandra “Sasha” Mayer as our new Program Development Intern. Sasha recently graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in History of Public Policy and Law. Her interest in civic engagement and public service has already taken her around the world. Over the past two summers, she worked as a policy analyst—first in Washington, D.C., and then in Prague—where she gained firsthand experience examining public policy and its impact on communities….
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Men’s Mental Health Month: Checking In Matters

June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a reminder that many men carry stress, anxiety, grief, and loneliness without ever talking about it. Too often, men are taught that strength means…
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Recognized as leading civility experts, Institute co-founders Cassandra Dahnke and Tomas Spath, along with Executive Director, Carolyn Zasada, are in-demand as public speakers. They have addressed civic groups, businesses, corporate boards, schools, colleges, faith communities, county commissioners, government organizations, and members of Congress.

Cassandra and Carolyn have been featured in national and international media coverage including TEDx, PBS, CSPAN, National Public Radio’s Diane Rehm Show, CBC Radio, Roll Call, and countless publications. The rules they teach and practice can bring greater civility to our homes, communities, and our nation.

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The Institute for Civility’s definition of civility has been largely recognized as a concise, comprehensive description of this important construct. The definition has been cited extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, articles, and more.

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