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Ways to stay engaged in civic life after voting

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Ways to stay engaged in civic life after voting

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The Civic Success Project on Instagram: "Hear from young leaders of the #StudentVote movement on how to stay engaged in civic life after voting:

Thank you @slsvcoalition for hosting another incredible National Student Vote Summit! Happy 10 years 🎉"

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thecivicsuccessproject on December 4, 2025: "Hear from young leaders of the #StudentVote movement on how to stay engaged in civic life after voting:

Thank you @slsvcoalition for hosting another incredible National Student Vote Summit! Happy 10 years 🎉". 

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Super helpful organization for ALL opportunities for youth!

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Super helpful organization for ALL opportunities for youth!

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Opportunities for Youth | Empowering Youth through Access to Information and Opportunities

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Africa, America, Asia, Australia and Oceania, Conferences, Continent, Europe, Fellowship, Trainings & Conferences |

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Tanggol Migrante Campaign Network is composed of various organizations in the US that aim to defend and protect Filipino migrants in the midst of these uncertain times.

Tanggol Migrante - Chicago is composed of the local chapters of the national network.

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Chicago Clean Up Groups

1. https://www.chicagoenvironmentalists.org/cleanupclubchicago

2. https://www.chicagoriver.org/get-involved/volunteer/take-action-to-support-a-litter-free-chicago-calumet-river-system

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https://www.thehoneycombproject.org/volunteer and https://www.volunteeringuntappedchi.org/volunteer

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Don’t just visit your library… volunteer!

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Don’t just visit your library… volunteer!

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Info for my Chicago friends: https://www.chipublib.org/volunteer-at-cpl/

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Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Please contact your neighborhood location about possible volunteer opportunities.

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This organization can help you organize a KYR training in your community!

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This organization can help you organize a KYR training in your community!

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Know Your Rights — First Defense Legal Aid

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FDLA’s Know Your Rights multimedia peer education campaigns conduct street outreach, workshops, leadership development, and produce multimedia educational materials to build the hope, skills, and knowledge necessary for people to access their constitutional rights when in contact with police.

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Select “Meeting Date” link to view additional meeting information. Select “Files” to view supplemental, deferred and addendum notices and agendas, document links, votes and related legislative history.

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Stay alert to your surroundings — noticing the people and environment helps prevent risky situations.

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Use their web map or mobile app to find Little Free Libraries near you. Simply visit the library and leave books inside.

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How do I donate books? - Little Free Library

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Anyone can share books in local Little Free Library book-sharing boxes! Use Little Free Library’s web map or mobile app to find little libraries near you. Then, visit the library of your choice and… Continue reading How do I donate books?

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A transit app that provides real-time public transportation information, including routes and schedules. You can use it to plan your trip to and from Inverness.

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Get directions with Moovit & find how to get to any place with public transit. Check bus arrival times, maps, service alerts & train schedules for your city.

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Community-based fundraising leverages local networks, relationships, and resources to support non-profit initiatives. This book outlines strategies for engaging community members, organizing events, and building grassroots support. It includes practical tips, case studies, and tools for fostering a culture of giving and ensuring the sustainability of community-driven fundraising efforts.

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An ever-growing database of resources for farmers market operators, organizations that support farmers markets, and researchers.

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Resource Library Welcome to the Farmers Market Coalition Resource Library, an ever-growing database of resources for farmers market operators, organizations that support farmers markets, and resea…

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U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Local Assistance

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U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Local Assistance

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Find your local SBA district office for small business counseling, training, and tools to start or grow your business.

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Enter your ZIP Code below to search, or read on to learn more about SBA’s resources for small businesses.

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Approach conversations with curiosity, not judgment. Understanding different perspectives strengthens empathy and can spark meaningful collaboration.

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Getting involved in clubs on campus can help you pursue your interests, meet new people, have fun, and enrich your college experience. So, what do you do when you have an interest in a specific activity or club that’s not offered at your school? Rather than accept its absence, create it! Many clubs and organizations on campuses across the country were started by college students who recognized a need and wanted to fill it. Starting your own club takes initiative and can be a lot of work, but the reward is well worth the effort.

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Many clubs were started by college students who recognized a need. Starting your own club can be a lot of work, but the reward is worth the effort.

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Gabble places users in fast-paced rounds of debate to discuss current-affairs topics with strangers. You can either listen in as a spectator or engage directly as a participant.

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Gabble places users in fast-paced rounds of debate to discuss current-affairs topics with strangers. You can either listen in as a spectator or engage directly as a participant.

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Using Community Forums to Enhance Public Engagement in Environmental Issues

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Using Community Forums to Enhance Public Engagement in Environmental Issues

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This study examines the effectiveness of community forums as a tool to enhance public engagement in environmental decision-making.

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US Forest Service Research and Development

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Using Community Forums to Enhance Public Engagement in Environmental Issues | US Forest Service Research and Development

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Conducting Public Forums and Listening Sessions

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Conducting Public Forums and Listening Sessions

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Offers guidance on engaging the community in public forums or town meetings to share ideas, gain insight, and encourage public exchange.

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Chapter 3., Section 3. Conducting Public Forums and Listening Sessions - Main Section | Community Tool Box

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Engage the community in public forums, or town meetings, to share ideas, gain insight, and encourage public exchange.

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Investigative Journalism in the Public Interest

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Investigative Journalism and News in the Public Interest

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ProPublica is an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest.

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Art transforms spaces and minds. Collaborate with neighbors, stay bold in your message, and remember that every brushstroke or poster amplifies your voice.

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Focuses on the planning and execution of public mural projects, emphasizing community involvement.

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Use its database to find a museum in your area. You can search by a single field or multiple fields.

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Use our member directory to find a museum in your area. You can search by a single field or multiple fields. The American Alliance of Museums doesn’t have a reciprocal program or a formal agreement…

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Young Volunteers: The Benefits of Community Service

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Young Volunteers: The Benefits of Community Service

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Research indicates that teens who volunteer are 50% less likely to engage in risky behaviors and tend to perform better academically.

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Young Volunteers: The Benefits of Community Service | Extension | University of Nevada, Reno

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This fact sheet contains extensive information on community service by taking a look at youth volunteerism, present, and future benefits, anyways to increase youth volunteering. Learn through detailed facts from the research of several organizations in this face sheet.

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Youth engagement today builds the leaders and communities of tomorrow.

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Youth engagement today builds the leaders and communities of tomorrow.

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Engaging youth in volunteering is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. It requires listening, innovating, and collaborating. Use these interactive strategies to turn interest into action and watch as young volunteers bring fresh energy to your cause.

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Discover volunteer opportunities and learn how you can make an impact in causes you care about.​ Submit your volunteer application to thousands of sites across the country, all located at federal agencies who need your time and talent to meet their mission.​

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Idealist connects millions of individuals with opportunities to take action and collaborate worldwide. You can discover over 100,000 unique ways to volunteer, including virtual and onsite opportunities across 56 different cause areas.

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VolunteerMatch is now part of Idealist! For Volunteering, Nonprofit Opportunities, and More

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Idealist connects millions of idealists - people who want to do good - with opportunities for action and collaboration all over the world.

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Adolescent Civic Engagement and Adult Outcomes: An Examination among Urban Racial Minorities

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Adolescent Civic Engagement and Adult Outcomes: An Examination among Urban Racial Minorities

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This study examined the associations between civic engagement in adolescence and outcomes during emerging adulthood among racial minority youth.

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Adolescent Civic Engagement and Adult Outcomes: An Examination among Urban Racial Minorities

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Civic engagement in adolescence is encouraged because it is hypothesized to promote better civic, social, and behavioral outcomes. However, few studies have examined the effects of civic engagement on youth development over time. In particular, the…

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When young people engage, the future listens.

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When young people engage, the future listens.

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Know who's running in your local race and what policies they stand for.

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Register to vote. Check your registration status to vote or sign up in minutes. Your voice matters!

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Find voter registration options in your state.

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Bringing civics and community engagement to professionals in all fields

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Bringing civics and community engagement to professionals in all fields

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Interesting research article describing the importance of and pathways to imbuing a democratic spirit among doctors, lawyers, service workers, and all other professionals.

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Ground News is a platform that makes it easy to compare news sources, read between the lines of media bias and break free from algorithms.

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Know Your Rights | Protesters’ Rights | ACLU

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The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out int…

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https://www.nass.org/can-i-vote/become-a-poll-worker

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Included with general admission. Free Ticket Day for Illinois residents.

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Civic Season | Civic Saturday - Chicago History Museum

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Join us for Civic Season as we explore the city’s activist history to transform your ideas into action through workshops, tours, art projects, and documentaries about today’s issues.

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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE HEADING TO A PROTEST

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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE HEADING TO A PROTEST

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From Teen Vogue

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Interesting article about heath benefits of volunteering

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Interesting article about heath benefits of volunteering

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Did you know volunteering can benefit your health? Learn about the physical, mental and social benefits of donating your time and talents.

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This is where I find the majority of my volunteering opportunities!! Very easy to sort by location and interests.

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A nonpartisan political organization that's been active for over a century. They focus on voter education and advocacy, providing unbiased information on candidates and ballot measures to help everyone participate in our democracy. Find your local league here: https://www.lwv.org/local-leagues/find-local-league?field_zip_code_value=

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Using public transportation for a day, Responding to city/community/federal surveys, Donating books to Little Free Libraries

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Supporting local businesses & entrepreneurs, Visiting farmers' markets and swap meets, Fundraising for local charities, Organizing fundraisers to support your community

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Talking to someone who disagrees with you, Getting to know your neighbors, Attending local events hosted by your city/town, Creating or joining student organizations on campuses, Networking with community members, alumni, and professional organizations

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Reading the news & staying up to date on current events (local, national, global), Educating yourself on civics, Attend a Knowing Your Rights training, Attending public library events & supporting libraries, Participating in public forums or hosting community discussions

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Visit a museum and taking someone with you, Creating public art (murals, posters, etc), Supporting local artists at community art shows, Celebrate a new cultural commemoration, Making local history educational content (TikToks, educational videos)

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Volunteering for nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, or civic education centers, Volunteering for a political campaign, Joining mentorship programs, Participating in mutual aid groups, Organizing food drives, Neighborhood cleanups & adopting a highway, Providing transportation for voters, Supporting community gardens and guerrilla gardening, Recycling, Picking up garbage, Donating old clothing or items

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Registering to vote, Voting in local elections, Contacting elected officials (testifying at city council, lobbying representatives), Attending town halls and district board meetings, Canvassing and voter information campaigns, Interning for an elected official, Running for office, Registering as a poll worker, Writing/submitting testimony, Leading voter registration drives, Participating in demonstrations, protests, or sit-ins, Making protest signs, Public speaking & advocating for change

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The following civic actions were shaped by youth input and reflect ideas contributed directly by young adults. Special thanks to the Youth250 Bureau for helping bring these voices forward.

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