Civic Engagement
5 articles
What are youth mentorship programs for civic engagement?
Jayzen Cruz, once shy and withdrawn, found his voice by publicly advocating for a $200,000 participatory budgeting project in Rochester, New York, a transformation made possible by a local youth engag
How Do Local Grant Programs Fund Neighborhood Parties?
In 2024 alone, the City of Pittsburgh funded 31 community festivals, a clear sign of commitment to local neighborhood engagement.
New Jersey School Board Elections: Candidate Hurdles and Impact
In New Jersey, the number of signatures required on a nominating petition for a board of education election recently jumped from 10 to 25.
Community Block Parties Thrive Despite Red Tape and Rising Costs
While many may still picture community block parties as spontaneous summer gatherings, Milwaukee is already orchestrating its 14th Annual Heal The Hood MKE Block Party & Resource Fair for May 30, 2026
Local action is the strongest way to build democracy
Despite the often-overwhelming scale of national politics, programs like the U.