When Women Take Action, NYC
Thrives

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Make a Difference through Civic Engagement

The Civic Matters Hub is here to support you along your civic journey. We are a resource for creating stronger communities, advocating for change, and most importantly, helping you make your voice heard through voting, community organizing, volunteering, rallying, and more.

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Start Here and Learn Your Civic Personality Type!

Find a Civic Learning Guide for Every Experience Level

Attend an Upcoming Event

April 2, 2025
Partner Events
Join RAFT (Resilience for Advocates through Foundational Training) for their next support call for advocates. The goal of this monthly call is to provide a space for domestic violence/sexual assault advocates to share concerns, share resources and best practices, and as a place to listen and be heard. These support calls will continue monthly on the 1st Wednesday of every month.This event is hosted by the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. 
April 2, 2025
Government Events
Meet Senator Gournardes’ office representatives to talk about the issues and receive in person assistance accessing state social services. Located in the Pineapple Meeting Room.
April 7, 2025
Government Events
Staff from the office of Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso are hosting a Constituent Services Pop-Up every other Monday at Cortelyou Library. You can get help with:Housing AssistanceOlder Adult ServicesCash AssistanceFair FaresSNAP BenefitsAnd more!You can receive help at Corteylou Library every other Monday (January 13 – May 12) from 10AM – 5:30PM. Questions? Call the Office of Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso at 718-802-3700 or email askreynoso@brooklynbp.nyc.gov
Beyond the Hub

Browse our list of outside resources and organizations to help you action beyond the Hub.

The Citywide Directory

Discover low- or no-cost social services, programs, and resources in all five boroughs of New York City.

Voting was important to me as the next step in my civic journey. At last, my voice was being heard. I feel like I am paving the way for my fellow immigrants.
Lydia Darly
Brooklyn Activist
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Take Action!

Volunteer to Protect the Vote!

Join the Election Protection program to make sure that eligible voters know how to cast their ballots and help make sure they are counted.

Volunteer and Spread Love NYC

Spread Love NYC is a nine-month long campaign, by NYC Service, to connect New Yorkers with opportunities to make a difference in their communities through short and long-term service projects with local nonprofits.

Be part of the Civic Matters Community!
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