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Civics 101

The Kids are Alright: Civics Ed Update

Mar 11, 2025
27:51

Two years ago today, we attended Civic Learning Week and produced an episode on the state of civics education in the US. We heard some good things and some frustrating things. Today we're getting an update on civics education with Emma Humphries from iCivics, hearing some student audio submissions from our friends at the Youth Media Challenge, and getting advice on how students can make change with Cheryl Cook-Kallio.

Click here to livestream the National Forum for Civics Learning Week.

Click here to listen to our episodes on civics education in the US.

Click here to read the full State of Young People report published by America's Promise Alliance.

And finally, click here to check out the work students are producing (and submit your own!) for KQED's Youth Media Challenge.

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