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 [1], 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.
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Mary Beth Elliot, Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter
Mary Beth Elliot is a critical piece of the Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter’s work to halt proposed pipeline expansions in Wisconsin. The Sierra Club relies on her to research legalese, put it in simple terms, prepare presentations and support other volunteers. Her warmth, dedication and relentlessness are the glue that holds the campaign together.
For more information about the Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter’s or to volunteer, visit www.sierraclub.org/wisconsin [3] or call 608.256.0565.
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Gilda Maltes, Rape Crisis Center
Gilda is a compassionate counselor on Rape Crisis Center’s helpline and a volunteer with RCC’s education and outreach program. She helps set up trainings with the Wisconsin National Guard and Air National Guard—groups RCC is excited to be working with. Gilda, who focuses both on education to prevent assaults and healing for survivors, is truly invaluable.
For more information about the Rape Crisis Center or to volunteer, visit www.danecountyrcc.org [5] or call 608.251.5126.
