The first annual Young Austinite Civic Summit aims to educate, synergize and empower young students to be more civically engaged. Join us for the Young Austinite Civic Summit, open to SEU and Austin community members ages 15-25. This event is geared towards High School and College...

27 March, 2023 /

SummaryLast month, Austin City Council voted to fire City Manager Spencer Cronk in a 10-1 vote. Action BoxKeep an eye out for upcoming public engagement opportunities on the selection of Austin's next city manager. Today, we've got a little civics lessons for ya! What's a city...

16 March, 2023 /

Local government is important. It affects us all. Whether we're talking about the air we breathe, the water we drink, the energy we use, or the parks we play in, local government matters. And yet, most of us don't know how it really works...

19 August, 2022 /

Our democracy is what allows us to have our way of life with the freedoms we enjoy. But democracy is fragile. It can disappear before our very eyes if we aren’t careful. In order to protect our democracy, everyday citizens must be engaged and step...

15 March, 2022 /

Feeling frustrated about the state of the world? Want to do something in 2022 to make a real difference? Join us for our first Common Club members-only AMA (ask me anything) of the year. Austin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury will be going through her picks for the top...

27 January, 2022 /

SummaryAustin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury looks back at some of the biggest moments at The Austin Common in 2021. Action BoxJoin The Common Club and give the gift of a strong local democracy this holiday season. 2021 was quite a year...

22 December, 2021 /

Come speak with Representative Vikki Goodwin and City Council Member Paige Ellis! This will be be an extra special constituent coffee chat where you can meet two of your elected officials, discuss your issues and concerns, and meet your neighbors. Join us!...

10 November, 2021 /
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