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We partner with teachers to develop student skills essential to problem-solving and civic action.

Mikva Challenge’s curricula

provides hands-on experiential lessons in:

community problem solving (Issues to Action),
youth leadership (Student Voice Committees),
critical analyses of, and participation in, our electoral systems (Elections in Action),
and thoughtful evaluation and creation of media (News, Voice, Power).

Learn more about Mikva Challenge’s curricula.

In IL, for more information contact:

Meghan Goldenstein

Managing Director of People and Operations

In DC, for more information contact:

Voncia Monchais

Managing Director of DC Programs

In CA, for more information contact:

Jill Bass

Chief Education Officer

Curious about bringing our curriculum to your school or community?

Jill Bass

Chief Education Officer

Issues to Action

Through partnerships with teachers, over 15,000 students each year engage in projects that address local issues and advocate for policy change.

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Showcasing Youth Action

Once youth have taken action through our six-step process, we create opportunities for youth to share their work and connect to decision makers and community leaders.

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Project Soapbox

One of the cornerstones of our ITA process is to help youth find their own voice. Project Soapbox is a short speech competition, where students are encouraged to stand up, and speak out about an issue they care about.

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Mikva Challenge has made a huge impact on my students and my instruction. Participating in the Issues to Action programs empowers my students to take action in their communities on issues they really care about. The Mikva curriculum gives me practical ways to honor and incorporate student voices in my instruction – making my classroom both engaging and empowering for my students.

Linda Becker, Mikva Teacher

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We’re one month away from SoapboxNYC!

This event, in partnership with Mikva Challenge and Civics for All, is a dynamic platform where young voices take center stage to speak on the issues that matter most to them and their communities.

On March 25, students from across New York City will come together to share their stories and spark change. These passionate youth will address mental health, community safety, and more—urging their community to engage and be informed.

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On May 18, a select group of youth speakers from across the country will deliver their powerful, call-to-action speeches in front of a national audience in Washington, D.C. at Soapbox Nation!

This event builds on the foundation of Project Soapbox, giving students the chance to share their stories and cultivate the change they want to see.

Learn more about Soapbox Nation on our website! https://mikvachallenge.org/soapbox-nation/

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Last week, students from 85 schools in Brooklyn made democracy a verb at the Brooklyn SoapboxNYC Preliminary Round! These incredible young leaders took center stage to voice the pressing issues impacting their community, presenting thoughtful and passionate ideas. Students also had the opportunity to connect directly with local community members and policymakers who can help bring their ideas to life.

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Our Programs.

Classrooms

We partner with teachers to develop student skills essential to problem-solving and civic action.

Mikva Challenge’s curricula

In IL, for more information contact:

Meghan Goldenstein

Managing Director of People and Operations

In DC, for more information contact:

Voncia Monchais

Managing Director of DC Programs

In CA, for more information contact:

Jill Bass

Chief Education Officer

Curious about bringing our curriculum to your school or community?

Jill Bass

Chief Education Officer

Issues to Action

Showcasing Youth Action

Project Soapbox