We can elect the President by national popular vote by 2024 through state action. Join us to learn about the National Popular Vote bill and how you can help make this a reality. Hosted By: League of Women Voters of Texas Common Cause Texas Public Citizens...
SummaryIn the City of Austin, boards and commissions are groups (made up of volunteers) that advise City Council on a variety of key issues. Action BoxNow is a great time to apply to serve on a board or commission. If you're interested in serving, click...
How should we prepare students for a lifetime of civic engagement? National experts in education, political science, and psychology will share their expertise and discuss essential, but often overlooked, opportunities to educate future engaged citizens. Particular emphasis will be given to the important role of social-emotional learning...
Reimagining Public Safety is the City of Austin’s multifaceted strategy to redefine public safety, improve safety outcomes, address racial and institutional inequities, and increase accountability and transparency in policing. Join the conversation about Reimagining Public Safety in Austin at an upcoming meeting in your council...
Reimagining Public Safety is the City of Austin’s multifaceted strategy to redefine public safety, improve safety outcomes, address racial and institutional inequities, and increase accountability and transparency in policing. Join the conversation about Reimagining Public Safety in Austin at an upcoming meeting in your council...
SummaryOver the course of this past year, the City of Austin has released 3 major studies, investigating racial disparities & racism within the Austin Police Department. Action BoxYou can help shape Austin's reimagining public safety efforts by filling out an online survey here. "But we...
Join the Austin Justice Coalition's Policy Team as we continue our efforts in making sure Texas is equipped with best practice policies in racial and social justice and other areas of concern for our organization. Come learn about local and statewide policy/ legislation and ways you...
SummaryTwo AISD school board races are headed to a runoff election on December 15th. Action BoxDon't forget to vote! 5.23 percent. That was the voter turnout in Travis County as of December 8th, nearly a week into early voting. That's not great, especially considering the fact that...
The climate crisis demands bold action and strategies. To win in Texas, we must collaborate with frontline communities to reduce pollution and work across the state for a just transition from an oil-based economy to one based on equity and clean energy. Saturday December 12th, join...
SummaryTwo Austin City Council races are headed to a runoff election on December 15th. Action BoxIf you live in Austin City Council District 6 or 10, don't forget to vote! Thought the election was over? Here in Austin, we’ve still got a few important races left!Check...