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.@CitizenUniv’s CEO @EricpLiu's new Civic Collaboratories bring together civic innovators who commit to helping each other's projects. This mutual aid model proves that connection fuels democratic renewal. Read more from @Rockefellerfdn: rockefellerfoundation.org/bellagio-break…

Andrew Wilkes from #CivxNow partner @gencitizen, & Rashid Duroseau from #CivxNow partner @DemocracyPrep explain that while Black students are the most civically engaged, schools continue to neglect them. Read more about their call for schools to step up: bit.ly/4lZ2ZGx

#CivxNow partners @TJMonticello and More Perfect have launched the Declaration of Independence Book Club as a civic initiative for America's 250th. It will be featured at a Constitution Day event Sept. 17 hosted by More Perfect and @icivics at @AmericanU. bit.ly/4eT2SJY

"Civic education must go beyond rote facts—it must cultivate civic confidence," writes @Samuel_J_Abrams for @AEI. With fewer youth believing in the American project than ever, civics must teach the philosophical foundations of U.S. democracy. Read more: bit.ly/4m0aZqx

We were honored to welcome our first cohort of educators to the #ArchivesInstitute this week! These incredible teachers explored how to bring the Declaration of Independence and civic learning to life in classrooms across the country, starting here at the @usnatarchives 📝📜

Parents: Looking for new summer learning ideas? @USNatArchives "Civics for All of US" initiative has resources to teach kids about civic literacy & engagement: civics.archives.gov #SummerLearning #CivicSeason

@CCSUVU's Summer 2025 update is now available! Learn about our latest work in K–12 teacher civic education, how we are preparing to celebrate America's 250th, plans for Constitution Day 2025, changes in leadership, a new summer course for undergrads, and much more:…

Hans Zeiger, President of #CivxNow partner @JackMillerCtr discusses the need for an all-out movement for civic education for America's 250th. Read more about his case for the renewal of civic ritual: bit.ly/4nO2RLz

"Power plus character equals citizenship," says Eric Liu, Co-Founder and CEO of #CivxNow partner @CitizenUniv. Learn more about how they are working to build a healthy civic culture in this piece with the @RockefellerFdn: bit.ly/469h3Zi

The @PhilanthropyRnd is expanding their Civics Playbook, a digital resource with high-impact organizations enhancing civics education nationwide, including #CivxNow partner @CivicEducation. Read more here: bit.ly/4eNUHP2

Last week, the Building Civic Bridges Act was reintroduced, aiming to establish a new office to oversee a new grant for community bridgebuilding initiatives. Read for more information & to hear from #CivxNow Chief Policy & Advocacy Officer @CivicsInTheUSA: bit.ly/4kHeaT5

Civic education should start in elementary and middle school, argues Samuel J. Abrams of the @SutherlandInst. Learn more about the roadmap to treating civics as a foundational skill from the earliest years of schooling in his op-ed for @AEI: bit.ly/40N6wzk

Paper, paint, and scissors: An Oklahoma teacher is turning art into action, using creative projects to spark civic engagement. See how students are learning to serve their communities through hands-on opportunities: bit.ly/44huVzf

Join the 2025 Sphere Summit in D.C. July 14-18, hosted by #CivxNow partner @SphereEdIn. The full-scholarship program features presentations from lead policymakers, scholars and academics, including iCivics' Chief Education Officer Emma Humphries. bit.ly/3U3ml0U

"Democracy is not a spectator sport," says Justin Villere, Director of Civic Education at #CivxNow partner @Committeeof70. Over the past year, C70 has engaged over 23,000 students across PA. Learn more about their efforts to advance civic education: bit.ly/3IhbyxJ

This past June, some NYC high school graduates received the new NY State Seal of Civic Readiness on their diplomas. Learn more about how the seal aims to signal to colleges and employers that students understand what it means to be an active citizen: bit.ly/44BdJ6U

Our state policy team is headed to the @NCSLorg 2025 Legislative Summit in Boston August 4-6, the nation's largest gathering of state legislators and staff! Featured are top speakers, insightful policy sessions, and after-hours at Boston's coolest venues. bit.ly/44wpPxY

State-level civic education initiatives are gaining momentum, with 45 states considering 198 bills related to K–12 civic education this year. Read the June #CivxNow blog post to learn about recent legislative wins for civic learning: bit.ly/3TgIXed

With AI rapidly changing the information landscape around us, media literacy and defining credibility are more important than ever. Read Dr. Lyric Mandell's suggestions for how communicators & audiences can move forward in @Forbes: bit.ly/3IhU5Fe

Take a look at the recap of the @AZCardinals fourth annual Civics Matters Trip. While in D.C., Students and volunteers reflect on the importance of civic education and understanding government. Watch it here: bit.ly/44nttdk