Colby Middle School teachers will learn how deliberative decision-making works so that they can help their students learn how to tackle tough issues with their peers through civil dialogue and by finding common ground.
Here’s your chance to be a part of “Constructing the Future of Greater Merrill,” a civil, open and entertaining discussion weighing Merrill’s assets and challenges, beginning with the future of our “built community.”…
Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service (WIPPS) is hosting a regional conference to raise awareness throughout communities that addiction is a chronic disease, recovery is possible and that community-wide recovery eco-systems are necessary. The purpose of the conference is to bring people together from different backgrounds and professions to better understand substance abuse and […]…
…series as well as other special events. Julie is especially passionate about working with organizations that share WIPPS’ vision of providing the community with…
The Building Merrill Together initiative aims to stir government, business, and the general public to positively change Merrill through information and discussion, and by creating an open and transparent environment for change. Listen and exchange views with community leaders presenting plans already made about how to make Merrill a better place….
City and community development representatives will explain how the physical condition of commercial and residential buildings is evaluated and why some meet the wrecking ball. Private citizens and developers will explain how they’re saving Merrill’s important buildings, and the public will have the opportunity for frank discussions….
The public is invited to be part of a deliberative forum, “Mental Health Among Us: At Work, in School, in our Community.”…
…Chris Norfleet joined the Deep Bench Friday before the event to talk about the year-long study and why it was needed in the community….
This event is a sequel to the successful Baby Business forum. Together, attendees will move from an understanding of early childhood development and its impact on community development, to considerations for local action!…
*This event is now closed. Click here to view our 10 Year Anniversary Photo Gallery. Join WIPPS for an evening of celebration commemorating 10 years of civic engagement and community service. The event will include a social hour, dinner, an awards program and two VIP guest speakers – the Honorable Tommy Thompson, former governor of […]…