Strengthening Democracy: Valeria Rodriguez

The founder and leader of an effort to engage and lift up all Panhandle residents is our 2022 Community Builder.
Strengthening Democracy: Brooklyn Terrill

The Nebraska U. student who fought for a law to protect sexual assault victims is our 2022 Young Civic Leader.
Strengthening Democracy: Ebony McKiver

The self-proclaimed “civics nerd” and statewide social studies specialist is our 2022 Champion of Learning.
Strengthening Democracy: Erin Feichtinger

The Omaha housing affordability advocate is our 2022 Civic Catalyst Award honoree.
‘Food Truck Days’ spur community connection in Pierce County

Here are five tips for hosting your own.
It takes everyone

That’s why Civic Nebraska reinvigorates community, mutual responsibility, faith in democratic institutions, and citizen power across the state.
Aggressive tactics at the height of petition season

Paid, out-of-state voter ID petitioners are hustling for your signature. Decline to sign.
Kicking off Community Heart & Soul

The resident-driven process engages the entire population of a town in identifying what they love most about their community, what future they want for it, and how to achieve it.
Civic Nebraska honors 5 with Strengthening Democracy Awards

Join us June 9 in Lincoln to honor these civic catalysts, educators, voting rights advocates, community builders, and young leaders.
Two great ways to support democracy in May

Nebraska’s two largest cities sponsor “giving days” this month. Be among the first 50 to donate $25 or more to Civic Nebraska and receive some summer civic swag.