Civic Engagement Case Study

Conclusion

Civic engagement can take many forms in response to social, economic, political, and civic concerns. No matter the form engagement takes, challenges will exist in the areas of participation, communication, and authority. A lack of early education and opportunity for youth in recent decades has resulted in a lack of skill and experience in effective civic engagement. This can be gained over time, as the case study demonstrates ineffective engagement can ultimately lead to a compromise. However, compromise and effective engagement can be tedious and difficult to achieve unless the participants are willing to understand and consider diverse points of view. A firm understanding of the foundations for our unique democratic society and political structure combined with the
Most significantly, if the Oregon State University’s purchase of the Elliot State Forest is successful this will provide an excellent opportunity to study new developments in the field of Community-based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM). Historically, changes in policy concerning the funding and planning of federal public lands has resulted in increased engagement with public lands agencies (Popiel, 1994). The recent shift from conservation in public lands towards energy production and industry will likely produce significant impacts in the science community, environmental and conservation groups, recreation users, private landowners, and private industry. Recent declines in membership with the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), and the Boy Scouts of America may result in competing national organizations or competition from local groups. As the Dreyfuss Civic Initiative gains momentum we may see an increased participation and engagement with society among younger