Welcome to the Madison Commons, a website designed to provide news and information about all of Madison's neighborhoods and a crossroads for the discussion of community issues. The name comes from the idea of a village commons, a place for news, talk, debate, and some entertainment, too, that's open to everyone.
Community Shares, a partner of Madison Commons, recognizes two volunteers each month. The volunteers come from Community Shares' member groups and are selected for their service to the community and to community issues.
Nancy McDermott, The Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter
[1]Nancy McDermott (Photo by Bryce Richter, UW-Madison)
Through her work with the Sierra Club’s John Muir Chapter, Nancy McDermott has connected countless people to wild places they want to explore. She does this as a Sierra Club Outings leader and the Treasurer of the Outings program. Nancy’s Outings—and her camp-baked treats—leave people inspired to protect Wisconsin’s beautiful natural landscapes.
For more information about the Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter, or to volunteer, visit wisconsin.sierraclub.org [2] or call 608.256.0565 [3].
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Richard Strode, Fair Housing Center of Greater Madison
Richard Strode has volunteered with the Fair Housing Center of Greater Madison, and the Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council, since 1982. Richard has an unwavering commitment to justice and equal rights. And he has been invaluable in educating others about the harm done by housing discrimination based on race, disability, and other protected characteristics.
For more information about the Fair Housing Center of Greater Madison or to volunteer, visit www.fairhousingwisconsin.com [5] or call 608.257.0853 [6].
