Civics Academy

Our economic and political systems are intricately linked, and the prosperity of business depends on a stable, predictable political environment. Prioritizing nonpartisan civics education is a way for employers to strengthen the infrastructure of American democracy at the local level.

Focusing on five key areas of civics knowledge (U.S. history and federalism, citizenship, civic engagement, navigating local civic landscape, and additional keystone skills), this self-guided online learning experience gives employees the foundational knowledge required to be a productive citizen.

By prioritizing civics education, employers can foster greater civility, reduced polarization, and deeper engagement with the American way of life. Through Civics Academy, employees hone crucial skills that translate to the modern workplace, such as collaboration, teamwork, critical thinking, and working with people from different backgrounds and ideologies. Informed and active citizens make for strong communities, a strong economy, and a strong workforce.

Civics Academy is a self-guided online learning experience. Civics Academy reintroduces employees to the basics of civics, empowering them to learn more about how our government works and how they can meaningfully participate in civic life.

When employees enroll in Civics Academy, they gain access to an educational program that explores five foundational areas of civics:

• U.S. History and Federalism teaches the basics of our country’s history and how our government is organized.
• Citizenship explores the rights, roles, and responsibilities that we have as Americans.
• Civic Engagement teaches participants where and how they can get involved in civic life.
• Navigating My Local Civic Landscape helps participants understand the structure and function of local government.
• Keystone Skills develops essential civic skill sets, elevating dialogue and increasing cooperation with fellow citizens.

Employees can navigate these five modules at their own pace, giving them the flexibility to develop their civics knowledge, skills, and disposition in a way that fits into their daily lives. Through Civics Academy, employers can take meaningful steps to increase civics knowledge and skills among employees, cultivating a stronger civic culture and a more supportive, collaborative, and productive workforce.