The Full Agenda for the 2024 National Conference on Citizenship is Here!

We’re thrilled to unveil the agenda for #NCoC2024, taking place on Dec. 10 at Planet Word Museum in Washington, DC. This year’s theme, “Renewing Civic Health,” brings together prominent speakers and dynamic sessions to inspire civic action and collaboration at this critical time.

Our program addresses essential topics, from strengthening civic media to climate resilience and building civic trust. Highlights include:

  • Keynote Panel: How Can Civic Media Help Renew Civic Health – NPR’s CEO Katherine Maher and CSPAN’s Sam Feist join moderator Katie Harbath to discuss civic media’s evolving role in informing and engaging the public.
  • 100th Civic Health Index Launch– NCoC’s latest report, presented by Jeff Coates, reveals key trends in America’s civic health and strategies to enhance engagement in our communities.
  • Featured Panels and Workshops
    • Engaging Communities for Climate Resilience: Learn how Southern cities are advancing equitable climate planning
    • Mapping Civic Health to Revitalize Local News: Discover the Civic Information Index, a new tool to support local journalism
    • Democratic Innovations: Marjan Ehsassi and Amy Lee lead an interactive workshop on citizen assemblies and town halls
  • Honoring Citizenship: 2024 Citizenship Awards – Join us for an inspiring awards ceremony honoring leaders in civic engagement, hosted by NCoC’s Cameron Hickey with distinguished guests.

Whether you’re a community leader, educator, policymaker, or passionate about building a stronger democracy, the National Conference on Citizenship is your chance to connect, learn, and be part of a national movement for civic health and renewal.

Register now to secure your spot and explore the full program of impactful sessions, discussions, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss out on this inspiring experience!

Volunteer Opportunity! 

Volunteer your time to #NCoC2024, an inspiring gathering of civic leaders on December 10 at Planet Word in Washington, DC. As a conference volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in making this event successful while gaining complete access to an exceptional day of learning and networking. More details >>