Civics: Next Generation

At the intersection of an election year and one of Orange County Business Council’s core initiatives—developing a workforce grounded in 21st century education—the question arises: how is the next generation being prepared for civic literacy. From the classroom to the boardroom, from the university lecture hall to Wall Street and Main Street, from running a business to running for office, how are our local educational institutions ensuring that the nation’s sixth largest county is graduating an informed citizenry? Will the next generation be prepared to engage across the aisle, help shape policy, or run for office? Read on to learn how some local organizations—all OCBC investors—are ensuring civic literacy.