Civic Roots Blog

Participation, Shaped by Constraint: Civic Read...

A reflection on civic readiness and what participation looks like when care, time, money, and energy shape how - and whether - we can show up.

Participation, Shaped by Constraint: Civic Read...

A reflection on civic readiness and what participation looks like when care, time, money, and energy shape how - and whether - we can show up.

Family wearing Civic Roots apparel during a behind-the-scenes photo shoot supporting civic participation.

Make Civic Participation Civil and Sexy: A Behi...

A behind-the-scenes look at why Civic Roots updated its slogan—and how a renewed focus on civility is shaping the work ahead. This post shares the reflection, realignment, and family support...

Make Civic Participation Civil and Sexy: A Behi...

A behind-the-scenes look at why Civic Roots updated its slogan—and how a renewed focus on civility is shaping the work ahead. This post shares the reflection, realignment, and family support...

Welcome to Civic Roots Merch

“Hi, I’m Vendoni — a Granny Nanny in Houston, starting Civic Roots Merch to spark civic curiosity and share resources that invite participation and conversation.”

Welcome to Civic Roots Merch

“Hi, I’m Vendoni — a Granny Nanny in Houston, starting Civic Roots Merch to spark civic curiosity and share resources that invite participation and conversation.”

Lessons from Tangle: Local Government, Real Dem...

A story from North Carolina reminded me how local government can be accessible, honest, and inspiring — and why that matters for civic renewal.

Lessons from Tangle: Local Government, Real Dem...

A story from North Carolina reminded me how local government can be accessible, honest, and inspiring — and why that matters for civic renewal.