October 28, 2022
A new report, Civic Engagement in American Climate Policy: Collaborative Models, makes the case for ambitious policy that builds upon the best models of engagement across multiple fields of innovation and...
October 28, 2022
The National Civic League is excited to be participating in GFOA’s Rethinking Public Engagement Summit, which runs November 7-10, completely online. This summit brings together local government officials, civic technologists,...
October 28, 2022
Financial instability is a reality that many Americans must contend with every day. As the cost-of-living increases, it becomes harder for people to make ends meet when their income does...
October 27, 2022
COVID-19 has aggravated the mental health problems of young people, with increased levels of suicide, anxiety and other issues. Of course, many of these issues were problematic even before the...
October 27, 2022
You can make a difference in how our country addresses critical issues by supporting the National Civic League on Giving Tuesday! This annual day of giving is on November 29,...
September 28, 2022
To further our mission of advancing civic engagement to create equitable, thriving communities, the National Civic League is undertaking a membership drive during the month of October. Our goal is...
September 28, 2022
“Equity is a journey of the self. You’ve got to feel it in your heart.” With these words, Biddeford, Maine City Manager Jim Bennett helped close the 18-month journey of...
August 31, 2022
A common lament among civic leaders is the low level of participation in public matters by young people. Indeed, voting turnout among people 18-24 is lower than other age groups....
August 29, 2022
In August, The National Civic League welcomed Benita Duran to the staff as the Director of Equity and Engagement. The League has also added two City Council members as Senior...