We gathered some ideas to consider about civic engagement:

There are many ways in which people participate in civic, community and political life and, by doing so, express their engaged citizenship. From volunteering to voting, from community organizing to political advocacy, the defining characteristic of active civic engagement is the commitment to participate and work for social changes that can improve the conditions of life and bolster the chances of success for children, families, communities and our world. Civic engagement can be a powerful process that moves people toward greater self-efficacy. – The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities