

At a Glance
Language
English — USSubject
- Civics & Citizenship
Grade
6–12- Culture & Identity
Overview
How do we help young people develop a sense of civic agency—the capacity to act purposefully and collaboratively to make a difference? This Civic Self-Portrait activity and the accompanying handout help students explore what it means to “choose to participate” and to visualize the different elements of being a civic agent.
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