Understand your government. Meet your leaders. Discover how your voice shapes the future of your community.

Have you ever wondered who is responsible for fixing roads, funding schools, overseeing public safety, or making decisions that affect your community? Do you know the difference between the Charlotte City Council, the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners, the Sheriff's Office, and the North Carolina General Assembly?

If not, you're not alone.

Civic Education Day is a free community event designed to make government more understandable, more accessible, and more engaging for everyone.

Join local elected officials, public safety leaders, educators, and community organizations for a day of informative discussions, interactive learning, and meaningful community connections. Through panel discussions, presentations, and a Community Resource Fair, you'll gain a better understanding of how local and state government works and discover the many organizations working every day to serve Mecklenburg County.

Whether you're a student, a first-time voter, a longtime resident, a community leader, or simply someone who wants to become more informed, Civic Education Day offers something for everyone.

What You Can Expect

• Educational presentations from local and state government leaders
• Panel discussions with elected officials and public safety professionals
• A Community Resource Fair featuring nonprofit organizations and public agencies
• Opportunities to ask questions and engage directly with community leaders
• Networking with organizations that provide valuable programs, services, and volunteer opportunities

Featured Topics

• Understanding Local Government
• Understanding the Role of the Magistrate
• Public Safety: Understanding the Roles of Local and State Law Enforcement
• Understanding the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education
• Understanding the North Carolina General Assembly
• Community Reflections

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is encouraged. The event will be held in CPCC Lecture Auditorium 1123.

Come learn how government works, meet the people who serve our community, and discover how your voice shapes the future of Mecklenburg County.

 

Presented By

The Social Action Committees of:

 

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Beta Rho Sigma Chapter

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Delta Zeta Chapter

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Beta Omicron Sigma Chapter

 

Together, these organizations are committed to promoting civic education, strengthening community engagement, and creating opportunities for residents to connect with the leaders, agencies, and organizations that serve Mecklenburg County.