The Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement (CLDE) initiative

The Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement (CLDE) initiative is a program that encourages students to actively participate in their communities and understand how government and civic processes work. It supports schools in creating experiences like discussions, volunteering, and leadership opportunities that promote civic knowledge, skills, and responsibility. The goal is to prepare students to be informed, engaged citizens who can contribute thoughtfully to democracy. By fostering these skills early, CLDE aims to strengthen civic participation and ensure a healthy, functioning democracy for the future.