COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PATHWAY
Resources forShaping Civic Life, Together
This pathway is your invitation to be part of the story of your city, your block, your future. Whether you're stepping into civic life for the first time or looking for new ways to deepen your involvement, you’ll find welcoming entry points to take part in the decisions that shape our shared lives. From voting and volunteering to joining conversations or running for local office—there’s a seat at the table for you.
Your voice matters. This is a space for voters, neighbors, community leaders, volunteers, policy advocates, and those just beginning to explore what's possible. Together, we’re nurturing a culture rooted in connection, transparency, and shared responsibility—one step, one conversation, and one action at a time
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RESOURCES
SPOTLIGHT
Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the Earth. -Abraham Lincoln
Voting rights and voter registration assistance (harrisvotes.com, votetexas.gov)
Civic education tools and local election guides (houstontx.gov/citysec/election.html)
Resources on public comment, petitions, and town halls (houstontx.gov/council)
Ways to engage with school boards, city councils, and commissions (house.gov, senate.gov)
Organizations fostering youth participation and leadership
Webinars and workshops on civic skills and public dialogue (ethics.state.tx.us)
DIY democracy kits to run voter registration drives or host issue nights
Local events and town halls to attend or co-host
Recommended books, podcasts, and civic media
Online trainings for campaign organizing, public speaking, and advocacy
Templates for writing letters to the editor or public officials (usa.gov/elected-officials)
Voter registration and election day logistics
School board and city council participation
Public forums, hearings, and town halls
Ballot initiatives and referenda
Civic holidays and national days of action
Campaigns, canvassing, and advocacy organizing
Youth civic engagement and first-time voters
Redistricting, census, and representation
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