Everything on Civic Engagement

Passive reliance on institutional guardrails has failed to prevent democratic erosion. Active civic engagement and direct participation in governance are now essential for preserving democratic institutions.

Impact: Leaders should foster cultures of agency and direct participation, encouraging stakeholders to engage in community governance and political processes to strengthen democratic resilience.

— from Reinventing American Democracy: Strategic Frameworks for the Next 250 Years · Pivot· May 26, 2026