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More than 250 students from 31 countries gathered in Washington, D.C., to participate in Empowering a New Generation for Democracy: The International Project Citizen Showcase, July 16-17. Project Citizen is an interactive civic education program developed by the Center for Civic Education that engages young people around the world in the civic life of their communities.

Learn about these remarkable young men and women and how they make a difference. Link to photos of students, teachers, chaperones, and international dignitaries. Get a list of honors bestowed on the classes for their work.

• News Release (English)
• News Release (Chinese-Simplified)
• News Release (Japanese)
• News Release (Korean)
• News Release (Portuguese)
• News Release (Spanish)
• Media Advisory
• Media Instructions
• Biography - Congressman Dale E. Kildee
• Biography - Colleen P. Graffy
• Biography - Jonathan D. Farrar
• Center for Civic Education Brochure
• Civitas International Brochure
• Fact Sheet
• Program Research

Photos

High-resolution digital photos of the classes are available on the school page.

Honors

Each team received commendations for their Project Citizen work, and eight classes received special recognition for their projects. Get additional information on the honor page.

Enjoy these photos from the Empowering a New Generation for Democracy: The International Project Citizen Showcase.