The LatinX/Hispanic community in Austin has been disproportionately affected by the pandemic of COVID-19. Many have lost their jobs, reliable sources of income, faced housing and food insecurities, and are battling mental health issues. What is even more, the Latinx/Hispanic community is facing higher hospitalization rates, vaccination shortages, and higher… read more
Spring 2021 Community Classroom
Register Today! Austin-area residents are invited to participate in The Community Classroom: A Space for Learning and Advocacy, which offers low-cost courses designed to equip participants with the advocacy skills they need to make a positive difference in their neighborhoods. Developed by UT Austin’s Center for Community Engagement, the classes… read more
Exciting News for Colony Park
On October 29th, the Austin City Council approved $40,000 to invest in the Colony Park Sustainable Community Initiative (CPSCI). This investment will contribute to the Initiative’s 8 Pillar plan, including improved mobility, access to healthy food, and improved educational opportunities for the community. Check out the article below about our… read more
Health Equity Summit this Friday, 11/13/20
Join the Community Integrated Health Initiative on Friday, November 13th for CIHI’s 1st Annual Health Equity Summit! The event will take place virtually from 10 am – 2 pm CST. There will be 3 speakers, a student panel, a live DJ set, and a book giveaway. Registration is free and open… read more
Front Porch Gathering Recap | October 2020
A Movement not a Moment: Reflections, Outcomes, and Strategies for Sustained Civic Engagement Recap | October 2020 On the night of October 20th, the Center for Community Engagement (CCE) held its Front Porch Gathering for the fall of 2020. The event was focused on driving discussion for developing effective… read more