FREE Civic Engagement Toolkit for NYC Families
Get ideas, activities, and resources to raise kids who know their rights, their voice, and their power.
It’s never too early for children to discover their power and their voice. This FREE Civic Engagement Toolkit from Cool Culture gives NYC parents, caregivers, and families age-appropriate ways to talk to children about civic engagement, even in confusing and scary political times.
In it, you will find:
- Tips for talking to children about civic engagement
- The three principles of civic wellbeing
- An art activity that teaches children that they have the power
- A list of our favorite books and resources for families who want to use their power to advocate for change
We hope this kit promotes civic wellbeing in your family and empowers you to become a creator of meaningful change in your community—building a more equitable NYC and shaping the cultural spaces that belong to all of us.
About Cool Culture
For more than 25 years, Cool Culture has worked to ensure that families of color and other historically marginalized families facing poverty in New York City have access to the cultural resources necessary to thrive. Through joyful cultural experiences, artistic expression, and collective advocacy, Cool Culture partners with schools, early childhood centers, and cultural institutions to open doors to marginalized communities, encourage families to preserve their cultural heritage, and influence the systems shaping their lives and communities. Learn more at www.coolculture.org.