Democracy House

We’re thankful this year - and every year - for the young leaders working hard to defend, strengthen, and improve democracy. Our nonpartisan leadership programs provide the tools, knowledge, and networks they need to succeed. Today, we’re inviting you to support tomorrow’s leaders and join our nonpartisan movement to strengthen democracy. By making a gift or sharing our campaign, you’ll help us start 2025 strong and welcome even more young leaders into our network. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4vKZJc8

It's been three months since the conclusion of YLSI 2024, but it still feels like it was yesterday ? We're inspired everyday seeing how our alumni start - or continue - their leadership journeys with us!

We are grateful for the powerful leadership in and all around our network! ??

It's Election Day and the LAST day to vote! Make sure to make your voice heard today! ???????

Today is #ElectionHeroDay! With Election Day just around the corner, join us today in recognizing the tireless commitments election teams & poll workers make to keep our democracy running. We see you and we thank you! Learn more at electionheroday.org #ThankYouElectionHeroes

Happy Vote Early Day! Election Day is creeping up ?? and it's the perfect time to join the millions of Americans who have already cast their ballots for 2024. Still need some help so you’re #VoteReady? Here's what you can do today (or this week): ?? Head to voteearlyday.org ?? Find out when and where you can vote early ?? Go cast your ballot ??? ?? Celebrate! ??

With Election Day around the corner, a new report from the American Academy of Arts & Sciences is checking in on the health of civic culture in the US. Habits of Heart and Mind: How to Fortify Civic Culture examines how our civic life is supported by our everyday habits and routines, and what we can all do to bolster the foundations of a thriving American constitutional democracy. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eS4C6YRf and join the Academy on October 28 for the official report launch and a discussion on civic culture! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2kth_r6

?? PSA to our YLSI alumni, former interns, and all other Democracy House program alumni! Applications for the Young Leaders Civic Action Program (YLCAP) are closing in just one week ?? YLCAP is a semester-long, cohort-based program where applicants form a team of friends/peers/collaborators (only one team member needs to be a Democracy House alumni) to make democracy-strengthening change on their campus or in their community. You and your team will have the opportunity to join a multi-day, in-person leadership training sponsored by Democracy House. Over the course of the program, you'll have access to coaching sessions and skillbuilding support to develop and launch your campaign. Time is running out to apply for the 2024 program, so visit?democracyhouse.org/ylcap?to learn more and apply today!

All week long you’ve gotten prepared to cast your vote and stay engaged in the democratic process, but there’s more to do to ensure the rest of your community is #VoteReady. Make sure to encourage your friends, family, and community to vote, and share the helpful information you've learned this week to help your loved ones cast their ballots with confidence. Swipe for our breakdown of some key takeaways from each day of action this week, and check out https://lnkd.in/gpCpaS3P for even more tools, info, and resources. Thanks for celebrating #NationalVoterEducationWeek with us!

We've learned so much this #NationalVoterEducationWeek - now, it’s time to share what you've learned! People are more likely to vote when encouraged by someone they know and trust, and our communities are strongest when everyone participates. Help your loved ones register, make a plan, and vote! Get some ideas for talking to your friends, family, and community about voting and civic engagement here: https://lnkd.in/eaKs_hjt Thanks for celebrating NVEW with us, and stay tuned for a full post recapping some important takeaways from this week coming soon!