Becoming Civically Engaged
Anyone can become civically engaged. It starts with a desire to contribute to your community.
Tag: Change
Marching 230 miles to the steps of the Supreme Court, reminding America #HomeIsHere
On Sunday, more than 160 Dreamers and allies arrived in Washington, D.C., after marching 230 miles starting in New York. Step by step, their journey reminds all of us that…
Our Voices Unite in Washington, Reminding Congress #Not1Dollar for ICE
#NOT1DOLLAR means no more money to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). What we, the Fair Immigration Reform Movement (FIRM and FIRM Action),…
How Community Organizing Helped Me Branch Out While Staying Grounded in My Roots
We all want to see our communities grow into places where all families can thrive. Correia’s reflections reveal how his experience with community engagement and organizing can result in environmental justice and overall powerful change.
My Family’s Curse
When thinking about the American dream, we often believes that merit in equals results out—if you work hard enough, you deserve what you get. But is that always the case?…
When will Nevada address police violence?
In the last decade, we have seen the issue of police violence resurface on the national platform. Every year since the police shooting of Oscar Grant on January 1, 2009,…