Civics Events
Upcoming Events
Trainings, conferences and meetings for educators related to Virginia civics, history, and social studies.
VPAP & RUI Civic Health Series - Heatherwood, Paul Spring, and Aarondale (NOVA) 3pm
Feb 2: Virtual
This series is designed to strengthen civic understanding and empower participants to engage meaningfully in governmental processes that shape their communities.
The February class, Personalized Civic Engagement Planning, introduces learners to foundational concepts of civic participation. Participants will explore how informed engagement -- whether through voting, volunteerism, advocacy, or awareness -- contributes to healthy, vibrant communities. This session provides a clear, accessible roadmap for understanding how local and state systems work, equipping residents with the knowledge to stay involved and make meaningful contributions.
This session is open to residents and members of the general public. Click through to details to register.
VPAP & RUI Civic Health Series - Bay Lake (Coastal) 3pm
Feb 4: Virtual
This series is designed to strengthen civic understanding and empower participants to engage meaningfully in governmental processes that shape their communities.
The February class, Personalized Civic Engagement Planning, introduces learners to foundational concepts of civic participation. Participants will explore how informed engagement -- whether through voting, volunteerism, advocacy, or awareness -- contributes to healthy, vibrant communities. This session provides a clear, accessible roadmap for understanding how local and state systems work, equipping residents with the knowledge to stay involved and make meaningful contributions.
This session is open to residents and members of the general public. Click through to details to register.
VPAP & RUI Civic Health Series - Hidenwood (Coastal) 11am
Feb 6: Virtual
This series is designed to strengthen civic understanding and empower participants to engage meaningfully in governmental processes that shape their communities.
The February class, Personalized Civic Engagement Planning, introduces learners to foundational concepts of civic participation. Participants will explore how informed engagement -- whether through voting, volunteerism, advocacy, or awareness -- contributes to healthy, vibrant communities. This session provides a clear, accessible roadmap for understanding how local and state systems work, equipping residents with the knowledge to stay involved and make meaningful contributions.
This session is open to residents and members of the general public. Click through to details to register.
VPAP & RUI Civic Health Series - Ashleigh at Lansdowne (NOVA) 2pm
Feb 9: Virtual
This series is designed to strengthen civic understanding and empower participants to engage meaningfully in governmental processes that shape their communities.
The February class, Personalized Civic Engagement Planning, introduces learners to foundational concepts of civic participation. Participants will explore how informed engagement -- whether through voting, volunteerism, advocacy, or awareness -- contributes to healthy, vibrant communities. This session provides a clear, accessible roadmap for understanding how local and state systems work, equipping residents with the knowledge to stay involved and make meaningful contributions.
This session is open to residents and members of the general public. Click through to details to register.
VPAP & RUI Civic Health Series - Woodland Hills (Roanoke) 2:30pm
Feb 19: Virtual
This series is designed to strengthen civic understanding and empower participants to engage meaningfully in governmental processes that shape their communities.
The February class, Personalized Civic Engagement Planning, introduces learners to foundational concepts of civic participation. Participants will explore how informed engagement -- whether through voting, volunteerism, advocacy, or awareness -- contributes to healthy, vibrant communities. This session provides a clear, accessible roadmap for understanding how local and state systems work, equipping residents with the knowledge to stay involved and make meaningful contributions.
This session is open to residents and members of the general public. Click through to details to register.
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Before Virginia Votes 2025
While especially helpful before the 2025 Virginia elections, this recorded session will resonate anytime with audiences of all ages seeking to learn more about how to navigate Virginia's politics and government, as well as how to engage and exercise your political influence beyond election season.
Session Slides
Beyond the Ballot Box: Fostering Civic Health with Civics Navigator
From this webinar, you will be able to:
- Explain why civic engagement is vital to the health of the Commonwealth
- Explore VPAP’s tools and resources for civic engagement beyond voting
- My Personal Civic Engagement Plan
- Civics Navigator Resource Toolkit
- Inquiry-Focused Approaches and Applications
- Begin to build your civic engagement plan, share with your communities, and increase the civic health of Virginians
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