Strengthening Democracy – Civic Nebraska

Strengthening Democracy Awards: What a night!

On June 27, nearly 300 friends and supporters of Civic Nebraska gathered at the Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts for the 2024 Strengthening Democracy Awards. Here’s full video of the event.

Strengthening Democracy: Brad Christian-Sallis

The 2024 Defender of Democracy has led initiative campaigns across the state and nation that advocate for voting rights, racial justice, and many other causes that ensure a more just and equitable society.

Strengthening Democracy: Chloe Patzloff

The Lincoln Northeast High School Student is honored as our 2024 Young Civic Leader for modeling activism, engagement, and advocacy at her school.

Strengthening Democracy: EDGE Nebraska City

Intending to reduce poverty rates in Nebraska City by 2036, EDGE focuses on literacy, parent engagement, connecting students to the community, and relationship-building across Nebraska City.

Strengthening Democracy: Juan Carlos Huertas

Our 2024 Civic Catalyst is recognized for bringing people together to have difficult conversations and build connection and understanding during polarized times.

Strengthening Democracy: Bob Reeves

Our 2024 Community Builder is recognized for his decades of advocacy – for his neighborhood, and for the quality of life of all Lincolnites.

Our 2024 Strengthening Democracy honorees are …

The 2024 Strengthening Democracy Awards honorees include volunteers, advocates, students, and other everyday Nebraskans who demonstrate exceptional civic leadership and embody Civic Nebraska’s vision of a collaborative and innovative democratic society.