Reclaiming civility.
Since 1997, the Institute for Civility has been working to promote civility—in government, workplaces, schools, and anywhere people gather to live, learn, work, and play.
In 2023, we updated our name from the Institute for Civility in Government to better reflect the broad scope of our reach.
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The Institute for Civility is dedicated to reducing polarization by facilitating dialogue, teaching respect, and building civility in both the public and private spheres.
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Meet Our New Program Development Intern: Aleksandra “Sasha” Mayer
At the Institute for Civility, we believe meaningful change begins with people who are willing to listen, learn, and engage. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Aleksandra “Sasha” Mayer as our new Program Development Intern. Sasha recently graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in History of Public Policy and Law….
Men’s Mental Health Month: Checking In Matters
June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a reminder that many men carry stress, anxiety, grief, and loneliness without ever talking about it. Too often, men are taught that strength means handling everything on their own. In reality, strength can also mean asking for help.
Winter as a Reset for Civility
The days grow shorter, the nights stretch longer, and the world feels quieter—almost as if it’s asking us to pause. Unlike other seasons that push us toward productivity and movement, winter creates space. Space to breathe. Space to reflect. Space to sit with what we’ve been too busy to notice. When life finally slows, we’re…
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