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Civic engagement involves “working to make a difference in the civic life of one’s community and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values and motivation to make that difference. It means promoting the quality of life in a community, through both political and non-political processes.”…

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A History of Racial Injustice Daily Calendar

Learn more about our nation's history of racial injustice by reading our online calendar, which features a different historical event each day.

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EJI works to end mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and racial inequality.

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Nationwide protests for racial justice have resulted in calls for the removal of police from school campuses and greater attention to education equity and closing achievement gaps. This section includes articles and commentaries that explore questions of equity and race in California's public schools.

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Learn more about Cheryl L. Johnson, the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives, and her role in facilitating the legislative process.

Visit the Clerk of the House YouTube Channel to learn about Florence Kahn, an extraordinary Congressional widow turned legislator, and hear excerpts from interviews conducted as part of the House Oral History Project.

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Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives

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Kids in the House, High School, Welcome to the Kids in the House Web site, brought to you by the Office of the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives. Get to information and activities about the United States government, how laws are made, and the history of the Capitol and Congress.

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About Gale In Context: High School

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What is Civic Engagement?

Civic Engagement means making a difference in our communities and developing a combination of knowledge, skills, values, and motivation needed to enact change. It includes formal and informal activities such as volunteering, voting, lobbying for a politician, community gardening, completing the census, coaching a community sports team, writing to a elected official, researching ballot initiatives, and more.

Sources :

"The Definition of Civic Engagement." The New York Times, https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/ref/college/collegespecial2/coll_aascu_defi.html. Accessed December 16, 2019

"Civic Participation." Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/topics-objectives/topic/social-determinants-health/interventions-resources/civic-participation. Accessed December 16, 2019.

"Civic Engagement." youth.gov, https://youth.gov/youth-topics/civic-engagement-and-volunteering. Accessed December 16, 2019.

Why is Civic Engagement Important?

Civic engagement is the foundation of democracy. By being civically engaged, the power is given back to the people to have their say in the world around them. From electing politicians that create policies that impact your life, to being a well-informed and active citizen, there are many reasons why civic engagement is important. Civic engagement is a great way to make an impact on your community and use your privilege to help those around you. From animal rights and education to social justice and house equity, find something you are passionate about and get engaged within your community!

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LibGuides: Civic Engagement and Voting: What is Civic Engagement?

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Skip to main content Civic Engagement means making a difference in our communities and developing a combination of knowledge, skills, values, and motivation needed to enact change. It includes formal and informal activities such as volunteering, voting, lobbying for a politician, community gardening, completing the census, coaching a community sports team, writing to a elected official, researching ballot initiatives, and more.