Strengthening Democracy: Rick Galusha
The co-founder of the Omaha Free Speech Society, Bellevue U. scholar, and champion of civil discourse is our 2023 Civic Catalyst.
Strengthening Democracy: Eric Garcia-Mendez
The organizer, advocate, and change-maker, who has led the elevation and development of local leaders from communities across Grand Island, is our 2023 Community Builder.
Our 2023 Strengthening Democracy Awards honorees are …
The 2023 Strengthening Democracy Awards honorees include educators, advocates, students, and everyday Nebraskans who demonstrate exceptional civic leadership and who embody Civic Nebraska’s vision of a collaborative, innovative society.
It’s National Civic Learning Week – let’s celebrate!
From March 6-10, 2023, teachers, researchers, students, and citizens across the United States are leaning into ways to strengthen civics education.
Meet Alexis Lipson, Lincoln Northeast School Community Coordinator
Alexis works with the Rocket community to create effective programs for the teens participating in the CLC. She also directs daily CLC activities and builds neighborhood partnerships.
Q&A with Michael Bandy, director of Youth Civic Leadership
Michael Bandy has been promoted to director of our Youth Civic Leadership programs, which serve hundreds of students across Nebraska daily.
A salute to Kent Day
Our founding Director of Youth Civic Leadership programs is retiring March 1. Executive Director and Founder Adam Morfeld shares his thoughts on Kent’s impact.
‘A critical component’: our testimony on LB254
Director of Public Policy Heidi Uhing testified on Feb. 10 on LB254, which would enable legislative footage to be used in civic education efforts, in schools, by the media, and by advocacy organizations.
Family Literacy sees early success at LHS
A new Family Literacy class housed in the Lincoln High after-school Community Learning Center is giving English-language learners a way to learn while bonding with their families.
Student voice in civic education: LB225 testimony
On Jan. 23, 2023, Civic Nebraska testified before the Education Committee of the Nebraska Legislature in support of Legislative Bill 225. Here’s our testimony.