Kira P. says of her experience with Dream City 2020:
I am involved in this project because I love learning from others and hearing unique perspectives. I’ve lived in Colorado Springs for only a year and half and the best way to get to know a city is to immerse yourself in grassroots projects. I also believe citizens have a responsibility for the future of our community. We can not passively wait for city officials to decide our direction, but must take initiative ourselves. People are powerful when they are bound together by a shared vision and dream.
My vision for the Pikes Peak region is a community where people care for their neighbors and accept each other for who we are as individuals. We all bring a different flavor to this area, such as a religious or spiritual background, culture, dedication to the armed services, a love for volunteering, and advocacy on behalf of an issue or group of people. I want to see us consider opposing viewpoints and learn about an unknown aspect of our community. I believe people can do this when they work together to solve community problems or tackle challenging issues. We need to teach our children how to get civically involved and necessary civic skills as a young age so they can get involved as well.
What is your Dream?
2 responses so far ↓
aaronatwood // February 24, 2009 at 9:23 pm |
Thanks to Kira for her enthusiasm and drive for this project!
Bettina // February 26, 2009 at 11:22 pm |
Kira, you are such a great asset to this project, and your words are truly inspiring. Thank you.