The American Democracy Project

National network supporting civic engagement and democratic education in public higher education institutions

Primary audience
College Students
Work area
Education Programs
Topic
Civic Engagement
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About Organization

A coalition of nearly 300 state colleges and universities focused on preparing students to participate in democracy through informed civic engagement. Based in Washington, DC, the organization has coordinated thousands of campus initiatives since its founding in 2003, including voter education programs, curricular projects, and professional development workshops.

What They Focus On

Civic Education

Develops curricular and co-curricular programs teaching students about democratic processes and civic responsibilities

Voter Participation

Organizes nonpartisan voter registration and education campaigns to increase student electoral engagement

Faculty Development

Provides training and resources for educators integrating democratic engagement into higher education

How They Work

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  • 01

    Network Building

    Recruit and coordinate state colleges and universities committed to civic education

  • 02

    Resource Development

    Create curricula, toolkits and training materials for campus democratic engagement programs

  • 03

    Campus Implementation

    Support member institutions in launching voter education, speakers and curricular initiatives

  • 04

    Assessment and Sharing

    Evaluate program outcomes and disseminate successful models across the network

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by The American Democracy Project

Campus Network Coordination

Connects nearly 300 public colleges and universities to share resources and best practices for civic education

Voter Education Initiatives

Supports campus-based voter registration drives and educational programs to increase student civic participation

Professional Development Programs

Offers national institutes, webinars and workshops for faculty and administrators on democratic engagement

Action Days and Reflection

Organizes special campus events and speaker series promoting dialogue on current democratic issues

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind The American Democracy Project.

Team information not available.

Milestones

2003

Network Founded

2003

Established as partnership between AASCU and The New York Times

2003

First Campus Initiatives

2003

Launched inaugural voter education and civic engagement programs at member institutions

2010s

Network Expansion

2010s

Grew to nearly 300 member institutions across all states

Contact

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Email

[email protected]
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Washington, DC