Working toward the next 250 years of our American experiment
As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, James Madison University is helping lead the national conversation about the future of our republican democracy. Through nearly $5 million in competitive federal grants, JMU’s James Madison Center for Civic Engagement is expanding groundbreaking programs that teach students, educators and communities how to engage across differences with curiosity, civility and purpose.
At the heart of this work is Better Conversations Together, an innovative initiative that equips participants with the skills to deliberate thoughtfully, listen deeply and strengthen democratic engagement in classrooms and communities nationwide. Building on the ideals of James Madison and the nation’s founding principles, JMU is creating opportunities for Americans to explore history, constitutional democracy and civic discourse in ways that inspire informed citizenship and constructive dialogue.
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