Civic Engagement

Pubilc schools listening event in Cabarrus County

Civic engagement is how we build long-lasting and sustainable people power. 

One of the things that makes the biggest difference in our small towns and rural communities is staying civically engaged. What does that mean? It means knowing who your local representatives are, where to go when you or your neighbors are having a problem, and organizing together to push for positive changes. 

The people who have them most influence in our day-to-day lives aren’t the folks in Washington- they’re right here in our towns at our school boards, our county commissioners, our sheriffs, and more. It’s up to us, the people, to keep them accountable to us.

By working together, we can improve the quality of life for our neighbors of all backgrounds. Get involved today by scrolling below!

Here's what you can do right now to stay engaged!

Register to vote!

As we get closer to Election Day, we’ve got to stay prepared! Have you checked your registration status? Check it here!

Find your polling place!

During the early voting period, your polling place is a one-stop shop to get registered AND vote on the same day! Do you know where your voting place is? Find it here! 

Find your ballot!

Now that you know you’re registered and where you’re going to cast your ballot, learn more about the candidates in your town and who’s running for what! Grab your sample ballot here.

Read our Democracy Series!

In our Democracy Series, we cover the 101s of local government, voting, civic engagement and more. Scroll below to start reading!