About Us
A nonpartisan effort to make Virginia government more representative.
Virginians for Civic Engagement is a statewide organization committed to advancing civic participation through advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels with youth representation at the center.
Our Mission
We strengthen civic participation across the Commonwealth of Virginia by advocating at every level of government and by promoting student representatives on school boards and youth representatives within local governments. Above all, we work to ensure that all Virginians are recognized and have civic engagement opportunities.
Our Vision
A Commonwealth where every person has a clear pathway into public service, and every locality has a structure to listen, learn from, and act with the next generation of Virginians in mind.
Why youth civic engagement matters
Decisions made today on schools, transit, housing, and climate shape young Virginians' futures the most.
Local boards and commissions are training grounds for the next generation of civic leaders.
Representation builds trust between government and the communities it serves.
Young people bring fresh perspective, lived experience, and energy to public problem-solving.
Join us in this work.
We welcome students, families, educators, and local leaders.