‘Without struggle, there is no progress’
Our 2025-26 Annual Report highlights the year that was and our plans to build a more modern, robust democracy in 2026.
Time to act: Protect Nebraska voters’ privacy
Secretary of State Bob Evnen plans to release the voter files to the DOJ before litigation is resolved, reversing his commitment to hold those files while the case proceeds.
What to Expect From the 2026 Nebraska Legislative Session
An overview of what to expect in the 2026 Nebraska Legislative session including budget deficit, the short session, and more.
Our shared civic future starts today
Civic Nebraska enters 2026 focused on community, innovation, and people-powered democracy. Join us.
Local focus, shared power, stronger Nebraska: Our year in review
With your support, we protected, sustained, and expanded democracy across our state in 2025.
(Re)introducing Kieran Kissler, director of public policy
An experienced advocate for opportunity and justice, Kieran returned to Civic Nebraska on Dec. 1.
Meet Rachel Gordon, development & ops coordinator
Rachel ensures timely donor acknowledgment, manages and leverages data, coordinates office operations, and is a key point of contact.
Protecting our flagship, protecting ourselves
When a university’s budget is slashed year after year, our state loses momentum, hope, and faith in what we can accomplish together.
Meet Kris Hess, director of operations
The Omahan brings deep experience in strategic planning, finance, HR, and regulatory compliance to our team.
Civic Saturday to explore ‘These Truths’
Lincoln’s final Civic Saturday of 2025 is 11 am Saturday, Nov. 15, at The Gathering Grove, 2649 N. 48th St.