Kenneth Elzinga, Robert C. Taylor Professor of Economics at the University of Virginia, delivers an evening plenary address as part of Acton University 2018 on June 20, 2018 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Eric Metaxas, author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy, speaks at Acton University 2012.
How does holistic community revitalization work? What does it require? Tackling such complex, deeply-rooted issues as intergenerational poverty, unsafe environments, high crime, and failing schools presents many challenges. One solution- and the basis for the Purpose Built Communities model—is a coordinated holistic approach based on quality and focused on sustainability.