NEWS & UPDATES

At UN Geneva, the Centre urged action on civic education, voter rights and gender equity across six countries at the Human Rights Committee.

The Centre joined global experts at the UN in Geneva to advocate for stronger political participation rights for persons with disabilities.

The Centre supported a disabled youths organisation at the United Nations in Geneva, amplifying calls for accessibility on a global scale.

The Centre urges reforms as Palau's voting laws and accessibility barriers limit civic participation for persons with disabilities.

The Centre welcomes a new Geneva-based team to continue advocacy with international mechanisms for civic participation.

Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors recognised the Centre’s leadership at the local city hall for its commitment to empowering youth.

U.S. Senator Kaine joined CVIA at a local high school, engaging in a meaningful conversation on thematic issues concerning youth engagement.

At the UN Summit of the Future, the Centre questioned whether youth voices truly shape global governance or merely uphold the status quo.

CVIA joined the UN Human Rights Committee to call upon India to address the lack of civics education, stifling youth representation.

CVIA's Director won the NATO Summit Challenge, and was invited to present the importance of civic education in shaping a secure tomorrow.

The Centre drafted, sponsored, and introduced legislation in U.S. Congress to designate secondary schools as voter registration agencies.

CVIA facilitated dialogue between youth, UN Human Rights Committee members, and Somali officials to promote electoral engagement in Geneva.

CVIA joined the White House's Executive Office of the President to discuss the need for youth-based policy & engagement in government.

CVIA joined the White House’s Office of the Vice President, discussing the importance of civic engagement with White House Counsels.