
NCoC Joins the Lexington History Museum and Lex250 Commission for Naturalization Ceremony of 49 New American Citizens
The National Conference on Citizenship was delighted to join the Lexington History Museum, Inc. and the Lex250 Commission, in partnership with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, for a moving Naturalization Ceremony on Lexington’s historic Battle Green — the site where the first shots of the

NCoC Joins Vermont Secretary of State to Celebrate Vermont’s Civic Health Index and Civic Learning Week
The National Conference on Citizenship was thrilled to join Secretary Copeland Hanzas at the Vermont Statehouse to celebrate Vermont’s first-ever Civic Health Index, which reveals the state’s exceptional civic health foundation. Vermont’s impressive national rankings — particularly in civic action and collaboration — showcase a deeply

Pathways to Prosperity Releases Louisiana-Focused Recovery Report
The National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) is excited to share our newest report – Pathways to Prosperity: Louisiana – with our partner The Data Center in New Orleans. Since 2020, our data experts have conducted extensive research on the lasting impacts and ongoing recovery of the

Save the Date: National Conference on Citizenship | September 16, 2025
Face-to-face conversations spark the connections and collaborations that strengthen our communities. Join leaders from across sectors for NCoC’s signature event, bringing together changemakers dedicated to strengthening civic life in America. We’ll be calling for your discussion ideas and suggested speakers in the next few weeks,

RECAP: Civic Health and Innovation Take Center Stage at #NCoC2024
The National Conference on Citizenship’s 2024 Annual Conference brought together leaders, innovators, and advocates from across the democracy space for a day of rich discussion and connection at Washington DC’s Planet Word Museum. The event highlighted both challenges and opportunities in strengthening America’s civic health

VTDigger: “Vermont’s civic health index shows high community engagement but room to grow”
January 16, 2025 – Whether it’s chiming in on Front Porch Forum or casting a vote on Town Meeting Day, Vermont has a rich tradition of community engagement. But just how involved is its citizenry? On Wednesday, Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas unveiled the state’s

Celebrating the Release of Vermont’s First-Ever Civic Health Index
Washington, DC, January 16, 2025 — The National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) today welcomed the release of Vermont’s first-ever Civic Health Index, praising the state’s comprehensive and innovative approach to measuring civic health. “Vermont’s first Civic Health Index reveals a state with remarkable civic health,

Mayor Levine Cava Receives the Inaugural Graham Award at the 2024 National Conference on Citizenship
Washington, DC, — The National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) presented Mayor Daniella Levine Cava with the inaugural Graham Award in honor of former US Senator, Governor of Florida and long serving member of the NCoC Board of Directors, Senator Bob Graham. The Inaugural Bob Graham

Remembering NCoC Board Member, the Honorable Senator Bob Graham (1936 – 2024)
April 17, 2024 – Former National Conference on Citizenship Board Member, the Honorable Senator Bob Graham has passed away at age 87. Senator Graham dedicated his life to public service and served on the NCoC Board of Directors from 2012 to 2023. He was a lawyer,