LWV Civil Discourse Network and National Institute for Civil Discourse

The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate.  The LWV Civil Discourse Network is a network of Leagues using civil discourse as a way to foster understanding across our differences, build trust within our democracy and advance solutions to the issues facing our communities and country.

The National Institute for Civil Discourse, was founded after the Tucson shooting at the civic event called "Congress on Your Corner" that killed six people and wounded thirteen others, including former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.  NICD believes the American people will be our saving grace. In addition to inspiring and organizing everyday Americans to engage our differences productively through listening, conversation and action together, NICD encourages elected leaders to put country ahead of partisanship.