Our Programs
We empower youth to become informed, engaged, and active members of their communities
Civic Based Learning Program
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Physical and/or Online Lessons and presentations on American civic values, civil dialogue, and developing a civic project.
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A 6-step model of civic engagement, with lessons and support for each step​
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Assistance with inquiry and research, including community experts and non-profit partners​
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Fun leadership and civic engagement activities
We help educators build classrooms where all students feel seen, connected, and empowered to engage with history and civic life
LATEST NEWS
2025 Fresno County
Youth Showcase
May 6, 2025
Student Civic
Engagement Projects
Spring 2025
Check out what happened at this years Youth Council
2024 / 2025 School year
State Seal of Civc Engagement
CCL Summit
February 2025
See highlights of the event Training, Panel Discussion and State Lobbying
Law Day 2025
May 1st at 12PM
Register at fresnocountybar.org
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Did you miss Law Day? Here is your chance to see a recap
Porterville Unified
Youth Showcase
April 2025
Celebrating all their hard work
Youth Voice Examples
Gabriela
Big Picture High School
American democracy is a privilege. I feel grateful.
Angel and Elijah
Kings River High
We think America is spiraling downhill and needs help. We need to get together and start making a difference.
Nate and Malikye
Patino High School
We are lacking empathy, exposed to violence and substance abuse everywhere. A Beloved Community allows problems to be discussed without conflict.
State Seal of Civic Engagement
The State Seal of Civic Engagement is an award for high school graduates who demonstrate civic responsibility. This recognition motivates students to apply the their knowledge, skills, and values of American citizenship. Students who earn this seal will have an advantage in job applications, college applications and scholarships.
Students
Do you want something to change at your school? Perhaps, start a civic project or form a youth club ? Or do you want to join many other young individuals in the Central Valley to help make positive changes in our local communities. If you answer yes to any of these questions then you are in the right place.
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