Social Justice
Understanding How Our Democracy Works - Wider Success Strengthens Our Democracy
Our Projects
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Civics 101
Currently being developed, this project is a part of a public information campaign to help people understand American democracy, the roles of the three branches of government, the legislative process, the protections found in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, how our form of democracy is different from other forms of government, historic threats to democracy, the value of civic engagement and the evolution of voting laws.
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Expanding Civic Engagement through Expanding Voter Participation
This project is a part of a public information campaign to educate Americans about voting rights and laws in Maryland and nationwide:
How and where to register to vote.
Who to contact within your state about voting laws and the right to vote.
How to encourage young Americans to participate in our electoral process.
Additional Resources:
Vote 411
LWV - Voting Rights
Economic Empowerment Through MicroGrants and Loans for Entrepreneurs:
Supporting Financial Self-Sufficiency and Success for Entrepreneurs
Providing small grants to entrepreneurs who have no access or limited access to capital to allow them to create or expand a business. Often a relatively small amount of money is all that is needed for a low-income or moderate-income person to start a business or to expand their operational capacity. The relatively small-dollar-amount grants help support these entrepreneurs as they seek financial self-sufficiency and financial success.
This program aligns with our mission to maximize the opportunity for more people to benefit from our system through economic empowerment. When people are able to be financially self-sufficient and are able to meet the needs and interests of themselves and their families, it reduces the likelihood of conflict with others who are seen to have competing interests.
Technical and Legal Support for Low and Middle Income Entrepreneurs
An economic empowerment program that partners with private attorneys and other professionals to provide assistance for low and middle-income entrepreneurs in forming business entities, in complying with reporting and other requirements under federal and/or state law, and in obtaining greater financial literacy to support these entrepreneurs in becoming financially self-sufficient and financially successful.