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Civic Participation

Practical ideas for showing up, building community, and taking part in public life. These pieces make the big idea of public life feel more useful, more local, and easier to enter.

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What Is Civic Engagement? A Practical Guide to Showing Up

A clear look at civic engagement, why it matters, and realistic ways to take part in the life of your community.

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Emiliana Guereca speaking with a community panel at Eastside Hustle and Heart

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How to Get Involved in Your Community: A Practical Start

Practical ways to get involved in your community, build relationships, and choose a local action you can sustain.

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Emiliana Guereca speaking from a stage at a Women’s March gathering

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How to Organize a Community Gathering That Lasts

A practical guide to planning a community gathering that welcomes people in, makes the time matter, and creates a clear next step.

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Emiliana Guereca speaking at a public rally

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12 Civic Engagement Activities That Make a Difference

Practical civic engagement activities for learning, connecting, and taking part in the decisions that shape your community.

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