Know Your Local

Builds civic engagement by connecting people with their local government through actionable commitments

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Civic Engagement
Topic
Local Government
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About Organization

Know Your Local strengthens democracy by providing citizens with practical ways to engage with their local governments. The organization operates the Know Your Local Pledge, which asks individuals to commit to specific actions—large or small—to learn about and participate in their local civic institutions. The initiative builds on research showing that while trust in government overall is at historic lows, Americans maintain higher trust in their local government officials.

What They Focus On

Local Government Engagement

Connects citizens with their municipal and county officials through practical action steps and educational resources about civic structures.

Trust Building

Leverages higher trust in local government to rebuild civic confidence and encourage active participation in community decision-making.

Cross-Partisan Dialogue

Creates spaces for productive conversations across political differences, focusing on shared local concerns and collaborative problem-solving.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Awareness Building

    Educate citizens about local government structures, officials, and opportunities for meaningful civic participation.

  • 02

    Pledge Commitment

    Ask individuals to commit to one specific action to engage with their local government or community.

  • 03

    Action Support

    Provide resources and guidance to help participants successfully complete their chosen civic engagement actions.

  • 04

    Community Connection

    Foster dialogue across differences to build trust and collaborative relationships within local communities.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Know Your Local

Know Your Local Pledge

A commitment framework asking individuals to take one concrete action to engage with their local government and community.

Cross-Difference Dialogue

Facilitates conversations across political and social differences to build understanding and collaborative problem-solving at the local level.

Team & Leadership

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Contact

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