I-CSAC’s 20 recommendations to the Census Bureau
Last week, the Independent Census Scientific Advisory Committee (I-CSAC) held its fall meeting and came out with 20 recommendations to the Census Bureau. I-CSAC is an independent, nonpartisan group of scientists who review decisions that shape the quality and usability of U.S. population data. This
What this week’s census news means — and why it matters
This week, the White House announced proposed changes to how the U.S. government produces census results — changes that could affect the population counts used to determine states’ representation in Congress and the Electoral College, redraw redistricting maps, and more. As this proposal makes its
Introducing the ACP Youth Track
The American Conversation Project (ACP) is a national effort to get people talking — and listening — in their communities. As we continue to reflect on the path for our nation after the 250th anniversary, these conversations create space to share stories, listen deeply, and
Participate in our social capital and civic health research project
Someone recently described themselves as “Putnam-pilled.”* Never had a meme resonated with me more. I am definitely Putnam-pilled. Why? Maybe because this child of immigrants found a bit of belonging in her suburban Brownie troop. Or maybe it was the stint in student government that
Join a growing network of local organizations strengthening civic connection
Trusted local organizations are essential to helping communities engage in community conversation and civic participation. That’s why we’re thrilled and honored to announce that the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has committed $150,000 to expand the American Conversation Project (ACP) in Knight communities across the country. Knight
Why my family started a tradition of reading the Declaration
As July 4 approaches, I’ve been thinking about a tradition my community started last year. In our town square, volunteers lined up, one by one, to read a section of the Declaration of Independence. We adopted the practice at our family celebration, passing the text
The small actions the NCoC team is taking to build stronger communities
At the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC), one truth continues to emerge again and again through both research and lived experience: the ways we show up for one another matter. The actions we take in our communities — whether volunteering, attending a local gathering, checking
A new national effort to rebuild the civic muscle of listening
The United States turns 250 this summer. At a moment when many Americans feel disconnected from one another, that milestone invites important questions: What makes us feel proud of where we live? What challenges are our communities facing? What hopes do we hold for the
New Ohio Report Shows Community Engagement is Essential to Economic and Community Health
Decades of research has shown that the strength of our communities depends on participation, connection, belonging, trust, and the ways we show up for one another. And a new report developed through a partnership between Leadership Ohio and the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) —