Business case for Better Civics Knowledge

This white paper by The Harvard Business Review lays the groundwork for steps business and corporations can take to ensure the young people in their communities are build the civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to be effective citizens.

Civic learning happens in the workplace with many current and future jobs requiring the tenants of civic learning, like knowledge of the political process, skills in media literacy, and the ability to work cooperatively with those from different backgrounds. This report helps make the case for why business and corporations should emphasize civic development, what is in it for them and their employees, and how it can better communities at large.