Safeguarding American Democracy: Civic Literacy for a Secure Nation Event

A significant number of today’s K-12 students will enter college and the workforce without the civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions that they need to fully participate in our constitutional democracy. Lack of civic readiness among young Americans undermines civil discourse, increases alienation and polarization, and makes us more susceptible to misinformation and disinformation. As a result, a growing body of civil society leaders and policymakers have been making the case that the lack of civic readiness among Americans poses a threat to our national security. General Jim Mattis, Louise Dubé, and former ELSCE Director Danielle Allen will discuss what is at stake and highlight promising solutions to promote lifelong civic learning.

Join in for a crucial discussion on the implications and solutions for lifelong civic learning. Co-hosted by iCivics. This event will take place on October 5 from 11am-12:15pm EDT, learn more here.