Writing
Reflections on participation, place, leadership, and community life.
Participation Matters Most When the World Feels Uncertain
Asheville Citizen-Times — May 2026
An essay exploring how participation and local engagement help sustain communities during periods of uncertainty.
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What “Trail Magic” Can Teach Us About Community Participation
Asheville Citizen-Times — March 2026
Using Appalachian Trail culture as a lens for civic life, this piece examines how communities are sustained through ordinary acts of contribution and responsibility.
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