ABOUT US

Inspiring a Passion for Civic Life and Learning

Founded in 2009 by Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, iCivics is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning by providing educators and students with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to embrace and engage in our civic life together. We empower educators and lead the movement to make civic education a nationwide priority so all young people have the confidence to shape the world around them and believe in our country’s future.

Our Commitment

iCivics is committed to providing high-quality, nonpartisan civic education opportunities for each new generation.

High-quality civic education is:

Nonpartisan

Standards-aligned

Inclusive

Viewpoint-diverse

Accessible

“We must arm today’s young people with innovative civic education that is relevant to them. Bringing high-quality civics to every school in every state of our union is the only way that the next generations will become effective citizens and leaders.”

Sandra Day O’Connor

iCivics Founder and Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice

Why Civics

When young people understand their role in shaping our country, they have greater faith in it.

Advancing Civic Learning in Policy and Practice

iCivics works to inspire young people for informed civic engagement by providing interactive resources, educational games, and project-based curricula that teach fundamental principles of government, law, and civic responsibility. This approach to learning promotes a deeper understanding of democracy, providing a well-rounded education that prepares them for their roles in our self-governing society.

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News and Insights

Bill of Rights Institute and iCivics Announce First Round of Winners in Civic Star Challenge, a Nationwide A250 Initiative

Sixty-three educators have been awarded $300 each for integrating themes from the Declaration of Independence into their teaching in the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the

iCivics Youth Fellowship Marks its Seventh Year

Now in its seventh year, the iCivics Youth Fellowship consists of 34 talented high school students from across the country who develop leadership and communications skills as they collaborate with

iCivics Featured in the New York Times

Civics Education Struggles, Even as Government and Politics Saturate Daily Life While this may be a good time to take advantage of the public’s attention, it’s also a time when

Invest in iCivics Today

iCivics works to ensure high-quality civic education opportunities are available for every student in the United States, preparing them for informed engagement in our nation’s self-governing society.

With your support, that vision is within our reach. Today, up to 145,000 teachers and 9 million students in all 50 states utilize iCivics’ innovative and free resources. Your tax-deductible donation helps us further our reach and deepen our impact, ensuring the practice of democracy is learned and embraced by each new generation.