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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 general election and issues that are front-of-mind for Pennsylvania voters.

Established cross-sector moderators will lead discussions with advocates doing real, on-the-ground work fighting poverty. The goal of each conversation is to formulate or refine solutions addressing poverty.

C70 is partnering with Cosmic Writers for a creative writing conference to mobilize Philadelphia high schoolers to use their voices to impact the upcoming mayoral election.

Back by popular demand! Voices of Voting returns from its successful runs last summer and during election season, just in time for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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.

The Committee of Seventy’s annual event has become a can’t miss event each fall. This year Seventy will present a hybrid in-person, exclusive cocktail program and live-streamed event, bringing together the fascinating program and networking you expect, in the format you prefer. Featuring Kristen Soltis-Anderson, Rep. James Clyburn, and Michael Smerconish.

C70 welcomed over 40 Philadelphians to a community event that celebrating summer-long civic engagement programming for youth across the city.

Join the Committee of Seventy for the launch of a new civic education resource, How the Philadelphia Ward System Works — a clear, practical guide to how wards shape local politics and how residents can run for committee person.

Committee of Seventy President and CEO Lauren Cristella released a statement regarding the appointment of City Commissioner Omar Sabir as Chairperson and Stephanie Reid as Director of Election Administration of the Philadelphia City Commissioners.

Naturalized U.S. citizens have the same voting rights as citizens born in the U.S. Join us for an evening of meaningful conversation and connection, uniting community members and leaders committed to empowering foreign-born voters. Co-sponsored by The Welcoming Center, the Committee of Seventy, and the Museum of the American Revolution, this free event will feature a thought-provoking panel discussion moderated by Jennifer Rodriguez, President & CEO of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.