Event Archive
July 15, 2026
The Promise of Democracy Summit: 250 Years and the Path Ahead
In 2026, Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, will mark a pivotal milestone—the 250th anniversary of the United States. Join us at our summit designed to celebrate American democracy while facilitating a necessary dialogue about strengthening it for the future. This summit will offer an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with a diverse range of leaders—policymakers, educators, activists, futurists, and engaged citizens—who will address current challenges and work toward actionable solutions for building a more inclusive democracy.
June 12, 2026
Members-Only Election Debrief
Join us virtually for an exclusive C70 member Lunch & Learn on Pennsylvania's May 19 primary election. C70's Vice President of Policy, Andrew McGinley, and Senior Program Director, Tanisha Bezue, will break down the results, trends, and key takeaways from the primary.
June 03, 2026
Women in Public Leadership 2026
Igniting and Enduring: Trailblazers who Spark, Advance, and Protect Women's Rights
May 19, 2026
Studio C70: Primary Election Day Edition
On Election Day, the Committee of Seventy will once again host “Studio C70,” an interview forum for the city and state’s leading policymakers and civic leaders to share their thoughts about the primary election and issues that are front-of-mind for Pennsylvania voters.
May 12, 2026
Understanding Equitable Budgeting in Philadelphia
Join the Committee of Seventy and the People’s Budget Office for a virtual conversation about how cities can make budgeting more transparent, accessible, and responsive to community needs.
April 21, 2026
The Declaration on Trial
Join the Committee of Seventy, in partnership with The Free Library Foundation, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for The Declaration on Trial, a live, courtroom-style civic education program marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Framed as a moderated debate, the program places history “on trial,” with students serving as the jury.
April 16, 2026
Breaking Down the Mayor’s Budget Address: What It Means for Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s city budget shapes everything from housing and public safety to education, transit, and neighborhood services. Understanding how it works is key to making your voice heard on the priorities that matter most to you.
Join us on Thursday, April 16 at 6 p.m. for a webinar breaking down Mayor Cherelle Parker’s fiscal year2027 Budget Address, which was delivered on March 12. We’ll walk through the major proposals, priorities, and investments outlined in the address and provide context on how the budget process moves forward and how residents can engage in it.
April 07, 2026
Election Academy: Voter Registration
On April 7th and April 9th, the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office are hosting two in-person classes to help organizations and community members better understand voter registration ahead of the primary. Participants will learn how to complete and submit registrations accurately, avoid common mistakes, and understand what happens after forms are processed so they can confidently support voters.
March 23, 2026
Election Academy: Understanding Vote By Mail
As part of the Election Academy series, the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office are hosting a set of in-person classes focused on understanding vote-by-mail in Philadelphia.
March 21, 2026
Election Academy Kickoff: Election Administration & Warehouse Operations
Join the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office for the launch of the Election Academy, a new learning series on how elections are administered in Philadelphia. This kickoff event provides a behind-the-scenes look at election administration and warehouse operations.
