Civic Diploma Seal
The Washington Civic Learning Council is leading a new initiative to adopt a civic diploma seal program in WA State, in partnership with Fix Democracy First Education Fund, Generation Citizen, the Washington State Council for the Social Studies, a civic seal task force of leading social studies educators, and in consultation with the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
2026 Flame of Democracy Award:
Nominations Now Open
The Isidore Starr Flame of Democracy Award is an annual honor recognizing an individual, organization, or program in Washington State that has made significant contributions to increasing the public’s understanding of the law, the justice system, or government. Nominations are due June 15, 2026.
A Response to the Executive Order "Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schools"
The Washington State Civic Learning Council affirms high-quality civic learning and engagement for everyone in the state of Washington in response to the executive order.
An Invitation to Washington State's Elementary Teachers
As part of America 250 WA to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Civic Learning Council is inviting elementary teachers in Washington State to join in the Civic Learning Council America 250 Project.
Mission & Purpose
Our mission is to promote and support the people of Washington in becoming more knowledgeable and engaged lifelong participants in democracy.
To do that, we advocate for high quality civic education and engagement, and we prioritize civic learning opportunities for underserved youth — especially youth of color, immigrant and refugee youth, and youth in rural and under-resourced communities.
