Civic Education
Teaching skills and knowledge needed for effective participation in democratic processes and public life
David Matthews Center
Builds civic engagement skills and capacities for collaborative decision-making across differences
Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Civic Education
Topic
Democratic Participation
About Organization
The David Mathews Center for Civic Life is a non-partisan organization that strengthens democratic participation through civic education and dialogue facilitation. The center develops skills and practices that enable communities to engage constructively across political and social divides. Their work focuses on building the habits and capacities needed for effective civic life.
What They Focus On
Dialogue Facilitation
Creating structured spaces for constructive conversation across political and social differences
Democratic Innovation
Developing new approaches to collaborative decision-making and community problem-solving