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Creating Vibrant Parks – Civic Skills

Christopher Williams: Former Acting Superintendent, Seattle Parks

Christopher Williams explains how his experience with the public parks system taught him about the power of authenticity and being an engaged and interested listener. These skills allow for disagreements without villainization when communicating with others. Williams showcases how he listened to and empathized with a community’s concern while continuing to amplify the park system’s mission of equity, inclusion, and access.


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