‘Without struggle, there is no progress’

Our 2025-26 Annual Report highlights the year that was and our plans to build a more modern, robust democracy in 2026.
Time to act: Protect Nebraska voters’ privacy

Secretary of State Bob Evnen plans to release the voter files to the DOJ before litigation is resolved, reversing his commitment to hold those files while the case proceeds.
Nebraska’s Kid Governor to be inaugurated Jan. 13 at State Capitol

Following a statewide student election, Charlie Couch will be inaugurated with her cabinet in a ceremony highlighting youth voice and civic education.
Our shared civic future starts today

Civic Nebraska enters 2026 focused on community, innovation, and people-powered democracy. Join us.
Local focus, shared power, stronger Nebraska: Our year in review

With your support, we protected, sustained, and expanded democracy across our state in 2025.
The State of Civic Life in 2026

This State of Civic Life Conference on May 19 invites catalysts, educators, leaders, neighborhood advocates, and all Nebraskans who care about strengthening our shared civic fabric to come together.
The Bill of Rights Super-Quiz II

Here’s a brand-new, 10-question sequel exploring how these amendments operate in practice today.
We’re closing in: Help us top $25K!

Reaching this goal allows us to start 2026 with as much force as possible – and not a moment too soon.
‘Baskets for Sudan’ tops $1,200 for humanitarian relief

Our New Americans Youth Leadership Academy brought the community together for the common good.
(Re)introducing Kieran Kissler, director of public policy

An experienced advocate for opportunity and justice, Kieran returned to Civic Nebraska on Dec. 1.