Community Professional and economic development

Here are some helpful resources related to community, professional and economic development to use in programs with external audiences. For resources related to your own professional development and organizational operations, click on the Professional Development link above.

Vision: We are committed to building resilient and inclusive communities while enhancing the wellbeing of Arkansans.

Mission: We strengthen the capacity of individuals, businesses, organizations, and UADA to build inclusive and sustainable communities through research-based resources and processes.

What do we mean by “strengthen the capacity” or capacity building? We support a community or individual’s ability to grow and flourish. Capacity building is an investment in the future sustainability of a community or organization through the impact of its people.