White Papers

Theory & Research in Social Education: Cultivating empathic listening in democratic education
2020 State of Chicago Youth: Citywide Youth Councils Recommendations
Speaking with confidence and listening with empathy: The impact of Project Soapbox on high school students
Fostering Democratic and Social-Emotional Learning in Action Civics Programming: Factors That Shape Students’ Learning From Project Soapbox

We are so proud of the Mikva students in Chicago who hosted the Municipal Candidates Forum this past Friday! During the event, students shared policy priorities for their communities and candidates shared how they will address these priorities and support youth voice in local government.

#democracyisaverb
#youthvoice
#elections2023

Quote: I was impressed with all of the students who shared very personal experiences that drove their interest in policy. Policy is personal! - Project Soapbox Civic Partner

Thank you to all of our civic partners who show up and support our students.

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We believe community engagement is core to a thriving democracy, and that change happens best through communities coming together for a common goal.

Photo: Community Clean-up with Gage Park with NLI youth,Summer 2022.