Our Programs

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    Voting

    KVD provides youth under 18 an authentic election experience where they vote on the same candidates as adults.

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    Classroom and educator support

    KVD provides educators with tools to engage ALL students in learning about, experiencing, and taking active part in our democracy.

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    Youth voice

    KVD connects Durham’s decision-makers and youth to better our community.

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    Family civic Engagement

    KVD helps families raise engaged citizens and participate in democracy together.

Philosophy

Through these activities, Kids Voting Durham helps youth see the impact of their engaged citizenship and helps create fully empowered citizens -- now and for our democratic future.

 
Kids Voting Philosophy

Our Values

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    Nonpartisan

    Kids Voting Durham is a strictly non-partisan organization. We do not support, endorse, or oppose any political party, candidate, or elected official. Our goal is to provide young people with unbiased, accurate civic education that empowers them to form their own informed opinions.

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    Youth-centered

    Young people are at the heart of what we do—they help lead, design, and shape programs and materials that truly speak to their experiences and interests.

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    Durham-centered

    Our civic understanding and engagement begins with our local community and government. Durham’s history, people, and awesomeness are the foundation of KVD’s work.