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This toolkit provides resources that are handpicked by NACo staff to help county leaders further develop their leadership skills and traits. The page is periodically updated with new leadership resources consistently.
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This toolkit provides resources that are handpicked by NACo staff to help county officials further develop their leadership skills and traits. The page is periodically updated with new leadership resources consistently.
The Right Way to Run a Meeting
Check out this handbook for all the things you need to know about Robert’s Rules. This handbook can be used as a quick reference during your next Parliamentary meeting or as a quick refresher.
Robert's Rule of Order: The Art of Running Efficient and Effective Meetings
This slide deck provides an overview of the basics of Parliamentary Law, which includes using Robert’s Rules of Order as the manual to guide Parliamentary meetings.
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Bridging Divides: Tools for County Leaders to Overcome Division and Foster Collaboration
Equitable Governance
The Equitable Governance program helps county leaders integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into operations to build vibrant communities. By addressing injustice and promoting shared decision-making, counties improve outcomes and ensure access to opportunities and essential services for all residents.
Equitable Governance: Executive Summary
Counties play a critical role in building healthy and vibrant communities. But some communities experience poorer outcomes in areas such as education, health, safety and economic well-being – often for generations – because of a history of marginalization and unjust policies and practices.
Assessing Racial and Other Forms of Inequity in Housing: A Guide for Counties
Racial and other forms of inequity in housing are persistent and prevalent, and have a pronounced impact on individuals’, families’, and communities’ financial stability, health, and wellbeing.
Equity + Governance Task Force
The National Association of Counties and President Mary Jo McGuire are excited to announce members and co-chairs of NACo’s Equity + Governance Task Force, which is working to identify, prioritize and develop the tools and resources counties need to advance equity in our communities.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Key Terms and Definitions
This glossary presents key terms frequently used in discussions about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
Communications
Effective communication is essential for county officials as it facilitates transparent governance, ensuring that residents are well-informed about policies and initiatives. Clear communication fosters public trust, encourages community engagement and enables officials to address concerns and priorities.
