[Libs-Or] VIRTUAL Civics for Adults

[dcohen at hevanet.com]

Hello all, 

I hope you are staying safe and healthy. I've been working to convert my
workshops to an online presence. Several are scheduled now although not yet
on a flyer with schedule.

Please let me know if you're interested. A downloadable descriptive flyer is
available on my website.

 

"The most important political office is that of the private citizen."
Justice Louis Brandeis

 

Civics for Adults is going virtual!

Workshops will be available for presentation online! The format is a PPT 

presentation/lecture of just over one hour, followed by a
question/discussion time.

Civics for Adults-and Others! Workshops 

Enhancing Civic Knowledge / Inspiring Political Engagement

 

 Misinformation, Fake News and Political Propaganda

Are you overwhelmed with messages from politicians, news sources and other
media? Distinguish truth from fiction using real-world examples. Become your
own "factchecker"! Also, how to find accurate information. 

"Well organized, excellent information!"

"This was fun and informative! Thank you so much!"

"Loved it...well-rounded, wide array of examples!"

 

Citizen Activism 101-Making Change Happen 

Have a concern about local, state or federal issues? Learn about strategies
for change, and more: Examples of successful advocacy; Brief historical
perspective; Choosing your battles; What matters to you?; Who makes the
rules?; Tools for change; "Lobbying"; "Tracking" legislation; providing
"testimony".

"ACTIONABLE!"

"Great presenter...should be a day conference!"

"Very practical information" 

 

 

The Constitution - Fulfilling Democracy's Promise?

Look at the Constitution's creation and its structural limitations, and
trace major changes to its interpretation. We puncture some myths and
develop a perspective that helps evaluate its meaning more thoughtfully.

"Every citizen should take this serious look at our Constitution."

"Good level of history and contemporary political ideas"

 

Beyond Voting: Elections and Campaign Financing

This is a unique workshop covering topics related to our electoral systems
and presenting specific ideas for bi-partisan civic/political engagement.
Topics include: Voting as Constitutional right(?), Voting Security,
Alternative Systems, Redistricting, Electoral College, Campaign Financing,
Tracking Money/Campaign Finance Databases, Public Financing of Elections

"...solid information - This is what all Americans need to know."

"I consider myself a well-informed citizen but I learned a great deal of new
information"

"You are a great teacher, Donna."

 

Donna

 

Donna L Cohen, MLIS, MEd

Portland, Oregon

503-737-1425

dcohen at hevanet.com <mailto:dcohen at hevanet.com> 

Civics for Adults - and Others - Workshops: To Enhance Civic Knowledge and
Inspire Political Engagement

Webpage www.civicthinker.info <http://www.civicthinker.info>  

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Civics-for-Adults-1490728887922036/

"My philosophy is very simple. When you see something that is not fair, not
right, not just - stand up, say something, speak up!" Rep. John Lewis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6lzPpqc2WY 

 

 

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