Articles by Jane
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Reflections on statehood and the Minnesota we can become together
Reflections on statehood and the Minnesota we can become together
By Jane Leonard
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Strengthening Community 25 people at a time
Strengthening Community 25 people at a time
By Jane Leonard
Activity
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I'm thrilled to share that I joined the Resource Rural team last week as their Network Advancement Director, working alongside a dear mentor of mine,…
I'm thrilled to share that I joined the Resource Rural team last week as their Network Advancement Director, working alongside a dear mentor of mine,…
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It is wonderful to share that the Rural-Urban Exchange (RUX) has been featured in The New York Times. It has been so powerful to be present with my…
It is wonderful to share that the Rural-Urban Exchange (RUX) has been featured in The New York Times. It has been so powerful to be present with my…
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Experience
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GROWTH & JUSTICE
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Education
Volunteer Experience
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Board Chair
Minnesotans for the American Community Survey & 2030 Census
- Present 2 years 5 months
Minnesotans for the American Community Survey and 2030 Census (MACS) is a coalition of Minnesota leaders, policy and decision-makers, business and development planners, forecasters, housing and social service providers, educators, and engaged citizens. Our mission is the advancement of education to community constituents and the public to increase awareness, support, and participation in accurate census data. Increasing the visibility and use of census data for informed decision-making in all…
Minnesotans for the American Community Survey and 2030 Census (MACS) is a coalition of Minnesota leaders, policy and decision-makers, business and development planners, forecasters, housing and social service providers, educators, and engaged citizens. Our mission is the advancement of education to community constituents and the public to increase awareness, support, and participation in accurate census data. Increasing the visibility and use of census data for informed decision-making in all sectors drives a strong economy and improves the well-being of all Minnesotans.
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Board Member
Saint Anthony Park Community Foundation
- 8 years
We foster Saint Anthony Park’s unique community assets to ensure a strong, vibrant, and inclusive neighborhood today and for future generations.
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Board Member
ServeMinnesota
- Present 5 years
ServeMinnesota’s primary goal is to invest its AmeriCorps resources to catalyze positive social change in Minnesota. We align the power of AmeriCorps with successful strategies that provide cost-effective solutions and yield measurable results. We apply evidence-based practices and scale what works to increase our impact.
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Member Board of Directors
TRILLIUM FAMILY FOUNDATION
- Present 2 years 9 months
The Trillium Family Foundation is committed to supporting passionate efforts to enrich the community through the development of both individual and collective potential.
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Community Advisory Board member
Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
- 2 years
Economic Empowerment
The Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute is a research initiative focused on developing and using evidence to improve the economic well-being of all Americans.
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Member of the Board of Advisors
Lead for Minnesota
- 3 years
Lead for Minnesota, an affiliate of Lead for America, recruits, trains, and places young leaders in two-year paid fellowships in their hometown or home state communities - particularly in places with bold visions, but that lack the capacity to attract and retain the next generation of leaders to carry it forward. We are building pathways to public service for the next generation of representative leaders dedicated to serving community — at home and nationwide.
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Executive Committee Member
Minnesota Rural Broadband Coalition
- 4 years 7 months
Economic Empowerment
Access to high speed broadband is important for a sustainable rural economy in Minnesota.
Publications
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Innovative Measurement and Evaluation of Community Development Practices
Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
Jane Leonard is one of three guest editors on this compilation book of several studies and an overview on finding innovative and useful measurement practices for community development projects, which is gaining in importance as policymakers increase the demands for accountability.
This book examines some of the latest efforts to document the effectiveness of local development efforts. The types of documentation differ by types of project, jurisdiction, and country but they have a common…Jane Leonard is one of three guest editors on this compilation book of several studies and an overview on finding innovative and useful measurement practices for community development projects, which is gaining in importance as policymakers increase the demands for accountability.
This book examines some of the latest efforts to document the effectiveness of local development efforts. The types of documentation differ by types of project, jurisdiction, and country but they have a common focus of recognizing the importance of the Community Capitals framework.
Public agencies in the past have often measured development successes by the number of jobs created and/or amount of private investment forthcoming. However, the impacts of community development reach much deeper than those indicators.
Strengthening local decision-making capacity is a common component of development efforts as is engaging populations that, in the past, have not been active in decision-making. These and other considerations are explored in more detail by authors in this volume.
Local policymakers and practitioners will be continually pressured to provide more documentation of outcomes and readers will gain considerable insights into alternative approaches that can be included in projects but can also see the common elements needed to create a solid measurement system. International insights are a special strength of the discussions in this book.
This book was published as a special issue of Community Development.Other authorsSee publication -
Minnesota Rural Partners Rural Round-Up monthly e-newsletter
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A monthly compendium of useful information on rural issues, events, funding sources, meetings, training, opportunities, and great data sources. Published for 11 years and still counting.
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Rededicating Ourselves to Community
Community Development Society Journal
Speech on the state of community development at the 25th anniversary of the Community Development Society, written up as CDS Journal article in 25th anniversary commemoration issue.
Projects
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Blogs on community change, leadership, systems thinking
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Thought pieces on current practices and events affecting community vitality.
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Leadership Chautauqua
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A leadership learning network gathering of people who run, study, and fund community leadership programs.
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MN Statehood Sesquicentennial
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Multi-year, multi-sector statewide commemoration, learning opportunity, and catalyst for community and economic progress now and into the future
Other creatorsSee project
Honors & Awards
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President's Circle of Engagement
Metropolitan State University
The President’s Circle of Engagement is a special distinction for those who show exemplary leadership in community-engaged teaching, learning, and scholarship that promotes social transformation for local communities in which Metro State students study, live and work.
Jane Leonard is an adjunct professor and was recognized for the College of Individualized Studies course she teaches, PRSP 301 – Perspectives: Educational Philosophy and Planning. The course helps returning students reflect…The President’s Circle of Engagement is a special distinction for those who show exemplary leadership in community-engaged teaching, learning, and scholarship that promotes social transformation for local communities in which Metro State students study, live and work.
Jane Leonard is an adjunct professor and was recognized for the College of Individualized Studies course she teaches, PRSP 301 – Perspectives: Educational Philosophy and Planning. The course helps returning students reflect on the question: “What Does It Mean to be an Educated Person?” and to write their individualized studies Degree Plan to complete their B.A. degree. -
President’s Circle of Engagement
Metropolitan State University
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President’s Circle of Engagement
Metropolitan State University
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Duane L. Gibson Distinguished Service Award
Community Development Society
Presented to a Community Development Society member in recognition of superior and long standing service to the field of community development, and, in particular, work for the advancement of the Society.
Organizations
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Saint Anthony Park Community Foundation
Board member
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Community Development Society
Past-President
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More activity by Jane
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Grateful that Art of the Rural has the opportunity to partner with the Honoring Dakota Project to co-present this online conversation featuring…
Grateful that Art of the Rural has the opportunity to partner with the Honoring Dakota Project to co-present this online conversation featuring…
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A big thank you to Red Wing Ignite and Center on Rural Innovation for hosting such an inspiring gathering of minds along the banks of the Mississippi…
A big thank you to Red Wing Ignite and Center on Rural Innovation for hosting such an inspiring gathering of minds along the banks of the Mississippi…
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Many years ago when The Theater of Public Policy was just getting started, Laura Bloomberg, PhD met me for coffee. She convinced me to apply to the…
Many years ago when The Theater of Public Policy was just getting started, Laura Bloomberg, PhD met me for coffee. She convinced me to apply to the…
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I’m excited to share that the advisory board of the Westminster Town Hall Forum has asked me to step into the role of interim moderator. I’m really…
I’m excited to share that the advisory board of the Westminster Town Hall Forum has asked me to step into the role of interim moderator. I’m really…
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I’m excited to share that I am retiring from University of Minnesota Extension on December 15th and will be starting a new chapter of my career as an…
I’m excited to share that I am retiring from University of Minnesota Extension on December 15th and will be starting a new chapter of my career as an…
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Thank you Allison Barmann and Mandy Ellerton for helping bring together the first gathering of Bush Foundation staff alumni this evening at Lake…
Thank you Allison Barmann and Mandy Ellerton for helping bring together the first gathering of Bush Foundation staff alumni this evening at Lake…
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Congratulations to our Community Development Department on winning the Planning Excellence Award from the American Planning Association! The team…
Congratulations to our Community Development Department on winning the Planning Excellence Award from the American Planning Association! The team…
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I was honored and humbled to be inducted into the National Institute of Agriculture Hall of Fame on 31 August 2023. Per the agency’s writeup: NIFA’s…
I was honored and humbled to be inducted into the National Institute of Agriculture Hall of Fame on 31 August 2023. Per the agency’s writeup: NIFA’s…
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Today is officially my 4,972nd and final day at the Otto Bremer Trust. It’s no secret that the last few years have been tumultuous and sometimes…
Today is officially my 4,972nd and final day at the Otto Bremer Trust. It’s no secret that the last few years have been tumultuous and sometimes…
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