Civics Unplugged Employee Directory
Civic and Social OrganizationsNew York, United States201-500 Employees
Civics Unplugged is a New York–based nonprofit organization that aims to develop young leaders who can design civic innovations to address community and civic challenges. Its programs bring together high school students and Fellows to collaborate across political, geographic, racial, and socioeconomic differences, fostering a sense of civic agency and integrity. The organization positions itself within the civic and social sector by focusing on entrepreneurial and creative skills that prepare youths to pursue future roles such as founders, legislators, judges, journalists, and teachers. With a stated mission to counter what it views as shortcomings in the current education system, Civics Unplugged provides a community for thousands of students and emphasizes practical civic engagement and innovative problem-solving. The organization is based in New York, and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a sizeable programmatic scope aimed at sustaining youth involvement in civic life. A recent development noted is the continued expansion of its community of participants beyond a single demographic, bridging divides to support a broader, collaborative approach to civic work.