Building Political Homes for Youth: supporting young people’s democratic belonging and civic engagement.
Posted by Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement on March 31, 2026
A political home is a space where young people can imagine, participate in, and build a better future, grounded in relationships built on accountability with each other and with supportive adults. Political homes allow youth to learn, grow, exercise their civic potential, and be a part of collective action-taking.
Learn about five key elements for organizations that want to support young people’s democratic belonging and civic engagement.
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