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Embracing Democracy

Explore the American Bar Association's Democracy Programs web page, your gateway to initiatives dedicated to advancing democratic values and principles. From promoting fair elections to fostering civic engagement, discover how our diverse range of programs empower individuals and communities to uphold the pillars of democracy. Join us in our commitment to safeguarding democratic institutions and promoting justice for all."

ABA Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice’s Civil Rights Civics Institute

The CRSJ Civil Rights Civics Institute consists of short, educational video and written responses answering student-generated questions on a wide range of civil rights related civics topics.

ABA Initiatives and Programs

Defending Democracy: An Initiative of the ABA Section of State and Local Government

The American Bar Association Section of State and Local Government Law (SLG) has created a new initiative, Defending Democracy, which focuses on state and local election administrators and their work as they defend and ensure our democratic process on the frontlines, which will kick off at the 2022 ABA Annual Meeting.

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Civil Rights Civics Institute

The Civil Rights Civics Institute consists of short, educational video and written responses answering student-generated questions on a wide range of civil rights related civics topics.

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ABA Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice’s Lawyers as Changemakers: Perfecting Democracy

CRSJ has established a Task Force on Fair Elections and Voting Rights which is launching a “Lawyers as Changemakers” initiative.

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Let the ABA know about your Cornerstones programs (past or future) and we will spotlight them on our website and outreach. Simply fill out our online form.