The Results of Our 2024 Work Are in: High School Voter Registration Is a Key Pillar to Strengthening Our Democracy.
The 2024 high school voter registration results are in: student-led drives raised youth turnout 23 points above the national average, proving their impact.
Congressional Seats Are Already Opening, Meanwhile Every Year, in Every District, 10,000 Americans Turn 18 and Become Eligible to Vote
As congressional seats open ahead of 2026, nearly 8 million newly eligible voters could shape the outcome—if they’re registered in time.
“No Kings” – High School Edition
No Kings Day highlights a core truth: democracy depends on participation. But most high school students aren’t registered to vote—yet. Schools can change that.
These charts will change the way you think about youth voter turnout
These charts reveal how registration systems routinely fail young voters—and why fixing youth voter turnout requires sustained, student-centered investment.
A Modest Proposal: We Can Push Back Against Voter Suppression Bills with Races to the Top
New bills in Ohio could block thousands of young voters. But a local race to register 18-year-olds offers a powerful countermeasure ahead of 2026.
True or false? When more young people register to vote, turnout rates among those who register will go down
Some say boosting youth registration won’t improve turnout—but new data from three states shows the opposite. Higher registration rates among 18-year-olds are linked to higher participation.
My Remarks on National Law Day: A Nationwide Stand for the Rule of Law
On National Law Day 2025, Laura W. Brill addressed legal professionals and citizens in Los Angeles, urging renewed commitment to the rule of law, judicial independence, and empowering young voters through civic education.
High School Graduation: A Deadline for Voter Registration
High school graduation marks a critical deadline for voter registration. With millions of seniors about to leave school, the window to engage them is closing fast. Help close the youth voter gap and strengthen democracy by making voter registration part of every graduation season.
Bragging Rights: New York vs New Jersey?
New Jersey leads New York in youth voter registration, despite similar demographics. A closer look at policies, systems, and engagement efforts reveals why the gap exists—and what both states can do better.
Pro-democracy Americans Want to Push Back Against Authoritarianism. One Critical Tool is Being Overlooked.
Authoritarianism thrives when people disengage. Registering high school students to vote is a powerful way to push back—especially now, as millions come of age during graduation season. Democracy can't wait, and neither can we.
We’re often asked: Where does a donation to The Civics Center go? What we’re doing right now in Pittsburgh provides the answers.
In Pittsburgh, students are leading forums and voter drives—offering a clear picture of how support fuels real youth civic engagement.
How current systems fail our youngest voters - A case study on Ohio
Our youngest voters are being left behind by outdated registration systems. Using Ohio as a case study, this piece explores how high schoolers fall through the cracks—and what we can do to fix it.
NEW 2024 ELECTION YOUTH VOTE DATA: The youngest voters were massively under-registered to vote
The 2024 election saw alarmingly low voter registration among 18-year-olds, especially in states without same-day registration. With better outreach in high schools, we can turn this around and boost youth participation.
Let’s try this again: In California, 500,000+ turn 18 every year, but Governor Newsom has vetoed measures to help them pre-register to vote
Over 500,000 Californians turn 18 each year, but Gov. Newsom vetoed measures to help them pre-register. Sen. Eloise Reyes is introducing a bill to require schools to provide pre-registration info to all students before 11th grade, aiming to boost youth voter registration.
Cap, Gown & Ballot: The opportunity to reach 4 million new voters exists right now. But we lose it if we wait.
High school graduation season is voter registration season. Work with us to build a resilient onboarding system that will strengthen our democracy.
Burnout is real. The remedy is pro-democracy work.
Burnout is real, but hope is found in pro-democracy work. High school voter registration is a systemic solution that empowers young people to shape the future of democracy.
Preregistration is Power
Voter pre-registration lets 16- and 17-year-olds claim their power early, ensuring they’re ready to vote at 18 while influencing candidates now.
The Youth Vote in 2024, Part II
Youth voting trends in 2024 highlight key issues such as abortion rights, Senate races, and more, offering a deeper understanding beyond the surface of polls and surveys.
The “SAVE Act” Is A Voter Suppression Bill. We Oppose It.
The SAVE Act will block millions of young Americans from registering to vote by requiring a narrow set of ID documents. This unnecessary bill suppresses voters—here’s why it matters and how you can take action.
Five Holiday Democracy Hacks for Families with Teens
This holiday season, strengthen democracy with your family! From voter registration forms to trivia and creative projects, engage teens with these 5 impactful hacks.