How I Built This with Guy Raz How I Built Resilience: Beverly Leon of Local Civics
Feb 18, 2021
Beverly Leon, the Founder and CEO of Local Civics, pivoted from a professional soccer career to revolutionize civic education for youth. She discusses her innovative, game-based platform aimed at engaging students in their local political landscapes. Beverly highlights the essential role of inclusive democracy and the pressing need for civic knowledge among young citizens. She shares the challenges of building an ed-tech startup while advocating for greater community involvement and resilience in today’s educational climate.
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From Soccer to Civics
- Beverly Leon's passion for soccer led her to coach and mentor young people, which opened doors for her.
- This experience, coupled with her time playing abroad, highlighted the importance of community engagement and inspired Local Civics.
Civics Crisis in the US
- The US faces a civics crisis, with many citizens misinformed about governmental processes and powers.
- This lack of knowledge contributes to frustration and distrust in how the government operates.
Addressing Low Voter Turnout
- Low voter turnout, especially among young people, signals a disconnect with civic processes.
- Local Civics aims to bridge this gap by providing an accessible platform for youth engagement in local communities.