What’s In A Name?

Written By Elizabeth Flemister

The Meaning of Civility Localized

What does Civility Localized mean?

ci·vil·i·ty (noun): formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech

lo·cal·ized (verb): assign something to a particular place

Civility Localized: Civil conversations, rooted in collaboration, mindfulness, and the needs of all, brought to your local community.

At Civility Localized, our mission is to help communities grow with dignity. We aim to help our clients and partners "engage different". This means that we utilize approachable language and tactics combined with innovative ideas to push the boundaries of trust to create stronger bonds between local government and the residents they serve.

What's In A Name?

Our name, Civility Localized, is a reflection of our mission to help communities grow with dignity. We believe that civility is essential for building strong and vibrant communities. We are committed to helping our clients and partners engage in civil conversations that lead to positive change.

The word "civility" is defined as "formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech." It is rooted in the concept of respect, and it is essential for building trust and cooperation. Civility allows us to listen to each other, to understand different perspectives, and to find common ground.

The word "localized" means "assigned to a particular place." We believe that civility is not just about being polite, it is also about being mindful of the needs of individuals in the places they reside.. We work with our clients to understand the unique challenges and opportunities of their local communities, and we tailor our approach to meet the specific needs of the people we serve.

“Civility is about more than being polite. It is about respecting the dignity of all people... It is about listening to each other... It’s about taking up space.”

At Civility Localized, we are committed to helping our clients and partners engage in civil conversations that lead to positive change. Civility is about more than being polite. It is about respecting the dignity of all people, even those we disagree with. It is about listening to each other, understanding different perspectives, and finding common ground. It’s about taking up space.

When we engage in civil conversations, we create spaces where people feel safe to share their ideas and opinions. This builds trust and cooperation, and leaves room to find solutions that work for everyone.

Our Community Engagement Approach: Meeting People Where They Are

We believe that the best way to build trust and cooperation is to meet people where they are. We start by listening to the needs of the community and understanding their unique challenges and opportunities. We then turn survey responses, listening session notes, and lived experiences into data points, research papers, and comprehensive reports for our clients.

Our approach to community engagement is based on the following principles:

  • Togetherness: We believe that the best solutions are created through collaboration. We work with community members to inform and solicit input from all stakeholders.

  • Trust: We believe that all people deserve to be treated with respect. We create safe and inclusive spaces where people can share their ideas and perspectives without fear of judgment.

  • Inclusion: We are mindful of the unique perspectives of all communities and we work hard to amplify the voices of those often overlooked in engagement.

We have a proven track record in helping our clients design engagement plans that reach communities on the margins. We have worked with a variety of clients, including municipalities from medium to large urban populations across the Southeast United States. We have helped our clients to:

  • Improve communication between government and residents

  • Solve Problems

  • Build trust and cooperation

  • Create more inclusive and welcoming communities

If you are looking for a partner to help you build stronger and more vibrant communities, Civility Localized is the perfect choice. We are committed to helping communities grow with dignity, and we have the experience and expertise to help achieve your goals.

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To learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation, please visit our website and use the contact us feature.

Elizabeth Flemister
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