GenerationNation
Charlotte nonprofit GenerationNation develops a new generation of civic leaders. Through GenerationNation, students build civic literacy, becoming civic leaders who:
Know first-hand how their governments and communities work;
Understand the key issues connected to school, government, and community decision making;
Use good sources of news and civic information; and,
Build knowledge, experience, social capital, access, and readiness for leadership and success now and into college, career, and civic life.
GenerationNation reaches thousands of students annually, impacting youth through educational programming, dialogues with community leaders and peers, and much more. Innovative, impactful programs include the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Youth Council and Youth Lead Charlotte-Mecklenburg, NC Civics Coalition, standards-based K-12 curriculum, teacher development, the annual mock election ("Kids Voting"), and other initiatives that build civic literacy and leadership from an early age. GenerationNation is the recipient of the American Civic Innovation Award.
Contact GenerationNation
Amy Farrell, Executive Director
704-343-6999
