Effective democracy requires a healthy balance between civic rights and obligations. There has been a noticeable decline in recent years of youth participation in service to the community or nation. DCCR provides youth an opportunity to understand that citizenship requires balance between giving and receiving. Young people are given the opportunity to experience service in a carefully controlled and meaningful environment alongside community partners. Young people are empowered to become contributors in improving their community and nation. Significant learning takes place as students use critical thinking to analyze and solve problems, participate in community service opportunities and reflect on their experiences that connect them to their academic subject areas.

We value our children and their futures; therefore, the community has stepped in to fill the gap where schools and families are failing. Dickerson Center for Civic Responsibility recognizes the huge racial academic achievement gap and is committed to improving educational outcomes for many marginalized and underprivileged students within the community.

Dickerson Center for Civic Responsibility honors the memory of Reverend and Mrs. Horace Livingston Dickerson, Sr. (Gloster, LA) who placed enormous value on education and the blessing of freedom.

It’s easy to make a buck; it’s tougher to make a difference.
~ Tom Brokow