Introduction
The National Conference on Citizenship is pleased to present our 2025 annual conference on September 16, 2025 at the Planet Word Museum in Washington, DC.
Building Civic Resilience
This year’s theme focuses on communities across America seeking ways to strengthen civic infrastructure and rebuild trust in democratic processes. The conference will bring together hundreds of leaders from government, philanthropy, nonprofits, media, and community organizations to share proven approaches for strengthening civic health.
“The challenges we face today require resilient civic infrastructure that can weather polarization and sustain democratic participation,” said Cameron Hickey, CEO of NCoC. “Our 2025 conference will provide practical tools, foster critical partnerships, and showcase successful models that communities can implement.”
What to Expect
Conference attendees will engage with:
- Practical workshops on building resilient civic infrastructure
- Cross-sector partnership development opportunities
- Evidence-based approaches to measuring civic health
- Connections with potential funders and implementation partners
The 2025 conference builds on the success of our 2024 gathering, which welcomed over 200 attendees from across the country. We will focus on discussions and strategies for strengthening democracy, improving civic health, and ensuring community resilience.
Standard Registration
$225
Students & Educators
$125
Save up to $100 by using your educational institutional-affiliated email address for a big discount
Group Rate
$200
Lock in $25 off per person when you register 3 or more colleagues.
Customized Sponsorships Available! Support #NCoC2025 and Your Organization!
Support the vital work of building civic resilience in America by becoming a sponsor of the 2025 Annual Conference. Your partnership will connect your organization with hundreds of leaders from government, philanthropy, nonprofits, media, and community organizations committed to rebuilding trust in democracy. Sponsors receive prominent visibility and access at this prestigious event. We will work with you to create a customized Sponsorship that advances the Conference’s mission and your core objectives. To begin a conversation, please reach out to Agnes Varnum at agnes@ncoc.org.

