CIVIC ENGAGEMENT HAS NO AGE LIMITATIONS

Civic habits can and should begin at an early age. Kids who are engaged are more likely to vote, volunteer, and advocate later in life. Learning to understand issues and form opinions helps to build confidence and teaches youth how to ask tough questions and think independently. When young people get involved in issues that affect others (such as poverty or racial justice), they begin to understand different perspectives and the importance of fairness and equity.  Just as importantly, civic engagement teaches kids that their voices matter even if they can't yet cast a ballot.

 Ways to engage children in our government: 

• Introduce kid-friendly news programs

• Discuss current events  

• Encourage your child(ren) to engage in their schools’ youth advisory councils  

• Find a local youth programming that empowers youth to become civically engaged 

• Teach your child how to write letters or make calls to local leaders about issues they care about 

  
  

Los Angeles has a variety of opportunities to help youth participate and engage civically. Check out a few local opportunities here: