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Civic Workshops

Our free, non-partisan workshops meet Arkansans wherever they are on their civic journey — from learning the basics to shaping policy, building community, and leading change. Each session blends practical tools with real-world practice so participants leave ready to take action.

ENGAGE: High School Civic Leadership

ENGAGE is ArkCAN's flagship civic leadership program, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take action in their communities. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and service projects, students connect classrooms to real-world civic engagement — from local schools to city halls, quorum courts, and the State Capitol.

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Upcoming Events

Check out our latest events and join us in making a positive impact in Arkansas. Participate and get involved!

  • "No Place to Grow Old" A Film Screening & Panel Discussion
    "No Place to Grow Old" A Film Screening & Panel Discussion
    "No Place to Grow Old" A Film Screening & Panel Discussion
    Sep 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Ron Robinson Theater -- Central Arkansas, Library Square, 100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
    "No Place to Grow Old," produced by Humans for Housing, focuses on the systemic challenges and personal stories of older adults experiencing homelessness across the country. A panel discussion will follow.
  • ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Dee Brown (Southwest LR)
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Dee Brown (Southwest LR)
    Multiple Dates
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Dee Brown (Southwest LR)
    Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Dee Brown Library - CALS, 6325 Baseline Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209, USA
    Earn community service hours your way! Sign up once (there will be an option to select all the dates you want to attend for up to 15 service hours). Bus passes are available.
  • ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Main (Downtown LR)
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Main (Downtown LR)
    Multiple Dates
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Main (Downtown LR)
    Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Main Library - Central Arkansas Library, Library Square, 100 S Rock St, Little Rock, AR 72201, USA
    Earn community service hours your way! Sign up once (there will be an option to select all the dates you want to attend for up to 15 service hours). Bus passes are available.
  • ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Nixon (Jacksonville)
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Nixon (Jacksonville)
    Multiple Dates
    ENGAGE Civic Academy - CALS Nixon (Jacksonville)
    Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Nixon Library - Central Arkansas Library, 703 W Main St, Jacksonville, AR 72076, USA
    Earn community service hours your way! Sign up once (there will be an option to select all the dates you want to attend for up to 15 service hours).
  • Our Constitution, Our Schools, Our Future: Local Voice and Civic Action Public Forum
    Our Constitution, Our Schools, Our Future: Local Voice and Civic Action Public Forum
    Our Constitution, Our Schools, Our Future: Local Voice and Civic Action Public Forum
    Sep 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Baxter County Library, 300 Library Hill Ln, Mountain Home, AR 72653, USA
    A community forum celebrating Constitution Day, not just as a historical anniversary, but as an active commitment to protecting public education, safe guarding democratic freedoms, and expanding civic participation. Non partisan and all community members welcome.

Become a volunteer!

The Arkansas Civic Action Network (ArkCAN) is powered by people like you—neighbors, parents, students, and community members who believe Arkansas works best when everyone has a voice. By signing up to volunteer, you’ll get plugged into opportunities to connect with voters, strengthen our democracy, and make a real impact in your community.

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