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.
Civic Saturday returns June 8. Join us!
Join us at First-Plymouth Church for live music, original poetry, readings, speeches, and civic fellowship.
Voting rights restored! LB20 passes into law
Following the passage of LB20, which removes the extra two-year waiting period for Nebraskans who have completed a felony sentence to vote, Nebraska’s Voting Rights Restoration Coalition issued the following statement.
The 2024 Summer of Democracy Reading List: Let’s get your picks!
We invite readers to submit their suggested titles for this year’s reading list by Friday, May 17, 2024.
8 steps to a smooth vote-by-mail experience
Early mail-in ballots for Nebraska’s May 14 primary election will soon land in the mailboxes of voters who have requested them. Here’s how to ensure your vote-by-mail experience goes smoothly.
Meet Scott Schrage, grant manager
The Lincolnite and Iowa native coordinates our grant activities, researches and evaluates potential funding sources, and ensures follow-through on Civic Nebraska’s funded projects.
Media literacy: Join us for ‘Trust Me’ screening, Q+A
The Sheldon Museum of Art will screen the award-winning documentary “Trust Me,” which explores how media technology influences society and what we can do about it.
Our 2024 Civic Valentines
Enjoy and share our 2024 Civic Valentines.
Civic Saturday: Coming soon to a community near you
From Feb. 6-9, Civic Nebraska and Citizen University convened 10 powerful civic catalysts to learn the philosophies and practicalities of hosting Civic Saturday gatherings in their communities around the state – and beyond.
Join us Feb. 24 to examine how AI helps, hurts democracy
Civic Nebraska is bringing together researchers, policymakers, advocates, and everyday Nebraskans to discuss minimizing AI’s disruptive effects while maximizing its positive democratic potential.
