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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Institute for Civility Co-Founder Cassandra Dahnke Takes the TEDxFoggyBottom Stage to Champion the Power of Civility
HOUSTON, TX. — The Institute for Civility proudly celebrates co-founder Cassandra Dahnke’s recent TEDxFoggyBottom presentation, where she challenged audiences to rethink the role civility plays in strengthening communities, fostering meaningful dialogue, and creating lasting change. Speaking before a live audience at TEDxFoggyBottom in Washington, D.C., Dahnke shared insights drawn from decades of experience helping individuals,…
Independence Without Division: Celebrating Freedom Through Civility
Every Fourth of July, Americans gather to celebrate the ideals of liberty, equality, and self-government. Yet in today’s climate, it can sometimes feel as though our differences overshadow the very freedoms we share. Patriotism doesn’t require uniformity. One of America’s greatest strengths is the freedom to hold different opinions, beliefs, and experiences. The challenge and…
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….
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