Community Development
The mission of Purdue Extension Community Development is to strengthen the capacity of local leaders, residents, businesses, and organizations to build resilient, inclusive and sustainable communities through research-based resources and processes.
Purdue Extension Community Development offers educational programming and conducts applied research in four thematic areas:
- Community Economics & Workforce Development
- Community Health
- Community Planning
- Leadership & Civic Engagement
For more information about Community Development in Lake County contact:
Jose Valtierra, Extension Educator - Community Development | jvaltier@purdue.edu
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