Helping

Communities
Thrive

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Helping Communities Thrive Goals

Expand opportunities for communities and Arkansans of all ages to thrive, working with partners and stakeholders throughout the state to bring those opportunities to life. We plan to:

1. Bolster community food systems

2. Provide objective policy analysis for decision makers

3. Increase civic involvement

4. Support the development of thriving communities

5. Improve community disaster preparedness

Growing. Closer.

What makes a community more than just an address? We use our research base to help communities grow stronger by enhancing the qualities that create a vibrant home. We aim to expand opportunities for communities and Arkansans of all ages to thrive, working with partners and stakeholders throughout the state to bring those opportunities to life.

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Moving the needle

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The More You Know About GMOs

Our researchers investigated U.S. public opinion of gene editing in agriculture and medicine to provide policy insights.

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Food festival at Arkansas State Fairgrounds in Lafayette, July 27-28, celebrating local farms and culinary offerings.

Center for Arkansas Farms and Food

This unique program offers intensive, hands-on educational opportunities for aspiring small-scale farmers.

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Digital Development

Among its many areas of expertise, our Center for Rural Resilience & Workforce Development works to develop digital skills to open new opportunities for workers.

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