Stories - Civic Engagement
 “I believe in the power of the people to come together, fill the void and make change. Everyone can be a change leader.” - Rachel Santos, ICCL - Cohort 2
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The Joy of Voting Youth Video Challenge invites youth and young adults ages 14-25 to submit a video entry sharing why voting is important.
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Everyday Democracy, a national organization that supports dialogue and community change to advance a more authentic, equitable, and participatory democracy, is pleased to announce its newest “Anchor...
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We are with you in spirit at this uncertain and difficult time in our country and world. While our physical office is closed for the time being, we will continue connecting with you and finding ways...
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Everyday Democracy is closely monitoring the fast-evolving developments of coronavirus (COVID-19). In the interest of public health, we are taking prudent steps to protect the well-being of staff,...
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 Carolyne Abdullah, who directs Everyday Democracy's Strengthening Democratic Capacity Team, recommends that we become more attentive to the possibilities and opportunities during these times of...
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 On December 5, 2019, we celebrated Arthur Johnson and Happy Johnson, leaders of the Center for Sustainable Engagement and Development (CSED) in New Orleans, LA, as the recipients of the third annual...
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 The 3rd annual Connecticut Civic Summit was held on November 23rd at the Hartford Public Library – an event that launched as a result of the Civic Health Project and Civic Ambassadors initiative that...
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 Happy Johnson and Arthur Johnson of New Orleans, La., were selected as the winners of the 2019 Paul and Joyce Aicher Leadership in Democracy Award.
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 From July 31 - Aug 2, Everyday Democracy's Carolyne Abdullah, Gwen Whiting and Gwen Wright helped lead a training designed for police chiefs across the country who are members of the International...
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 Everyday Democracy strengthens nationwide network with new "Anchor" Partner in Oklahoma.
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 Civic activity is not only about elections. It's community involvement that lasts year round.
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 Connecticut Civic Ambassadors are everyday people who care about and engage others in their communities by creating opportunities for civic participation that strengthens our state’s "civic health."
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 For more than 25 years, Everyday Democracy has worked with communities across the country to foster a healthy and vibrant democracy – one that is characterized by strong relationships across divides...
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 Civic engagement isn't just about voting. This second annual Connecticut Civic Summit engaged 50+ residents from throughout the state, to talk about ways to promote civic health in the state.
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 The Connecticut ballot measures relating to the CT Transportation Revenue Lockbox Amendment and Connecticut Legislative Requirements to Transfer State Properties Amendment were explained at this...
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 There was a lot of recognition for the work being done to strengthen democracy at this October’s annual National Conference on Citizenship in Washington DC. One of the highlights of the event was...
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As people throughout the state and country lose faith in public institutions, it is more important than ever to engage residents with each other and with their government. That is why Everyday...
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 While our nation’s civic fabric has frayed, the backbone of our country—its people—has demonstrated a resilience in community that has inspired powerful change. On October 19-20, civic engagement...
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 New Hampshire Listens – a civic engagement initiative of the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire, and an Everyday Democracy Anchor Partner, has received an American...
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 CT Civic Ambassadors will be the messengers of the importance of civic education and engagement by Connecticut residents and the catalysts for civic action that can lead to stronger civic health and...
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 It takes civic courage and skill to build a welcoming public space where people of all backgrounds and views can share honestly and listen deeply, especially in the face of so much division. It takes...
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 In the wake of this historic election, we cannot give up on the nation we belong to.
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 For the last several decades, the focus of our education system as shifted from civics to job training, and we have all paid a steep cost. Nobody will make us be citizens. But if we truly care about...
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 What is civic engagement? People solving problems and making the country work better. According to author Brian Aull, effective engagement is built on service, learning, and community. Here are...
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The grant will support research and data gathering on Connecticut’s civic health conducted by the National Conference on Citizenship that will help Everyday Democracy frame a strong humanities...
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Dialogue to Change
Our ultimate goal is to create positive community change that includes everyone, and our tools, advice, and resources foster that kind of change. Whether you’re grappling with a divisive community issue, or simply want to include residents’ voices in city government, Everyday Democracy's Dialogue to Change process, using a racial equity lens, can help.