citizen reponsibility

WINSTON SALEM

Paula McCoy

Paula McCoy has spent a large part of her career as a personal and professional trainer, program and community developer. She has over 30 years of experience training groups, developing programs, engaging community and leading five local and state nonprofit organizations. Locally, Paula is known for her work in Asset-based Community Development. McCoy is an energetic, motivated and committed individual dedicated to helping communities, organizations and individuals realize their potential for success. Her experience in administration, supervision and leadership expand over twenty-five years.

Citizen Responsibility

  • Headline: Communities with higher levels of civic participation have a greater sense of community, lower levels of crime, and residents who are healthier and happier.

  • Data highlight: Disparities are present by race/ethnicity in electoral participation, with the following percent of citizens over 18 participating in the 2018 election:

Forsyth County North Carolina United States
Black 48% 48% 51%
Hispanic/Latino - 35% 40%
White 56% 56% 58%