Who We Are
Sunflower Community Action is a non-profit grassroots organization. We develop the power in each individual to create social and economic change in our lives and communities.
Together we address a variety of local and state issues, including neighborhood redevelopment, immigration, financial education, fair lending, and youth leadership development. We are also a National Training and Information Center affiliate in coalition with 35 community organizations that belong to National People's Action. Sunflower has 16 years of experience organizing African American, Hispanic, and Caucasian people who live in low-income neighborhoods. Our statewide membership is concentrated in the Wichita area and southwest Kansas.
What We Do
Sunflower Community Action provides leadership training that supports the self-empowerment of low-income people in Kansas. As we join forces to fight racism and poverty, we make our cities and towns safer, healthier places to live.
How We Work
Sunflower organizers knock on doors and hold meetings to identify the issues that concern our neighbors. Potential leaders are identified and trained to take action together for change. Sunflower organizers provide the coordination, technical assistance, and training to empower new leaders. We believe the people who live in the community are the experts at finding solutions to their problems when they work together.
Why We Organize
We keep organizing in low income neighborhoods because we have seen people power in action. It's democracy at work! We organize so the voices of the not-so-connected are heard and counted. It is difficult for one person to be heard, but as a group Sunflower Community Action is a force for positive change.
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