Civic Service

The concept and practice of civic service is deeply rooted in America's past present and future and has been a featured component of recent presidential agendas. Yet despite ongoing debates about the methods and values of civic service no recent book has systematically analyzed the effectiveness and outcomes of service programs in America. Civic Service: What Difference Does It Make? presents a thorough research-based evaluation of public service programs in the United States. Divided into four key parts this groundbreaking volume presents original information not found anywhere else.