Browse Past Events
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City Budget Simulation Experience
April 15, 2025 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmThe Committee of Seventy, in partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia, is offering two exclusive, hands-on budget exercises designed to make the municipal budget process more accessible. In this interactive simulation, participants will step into the roles of key players in the budget process, representing the Mayor’s Office, City Council, and advocacy groups. Given…
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EPLC Public Forum – The Future of Education in PA
April 15, 2025 1:00 pm – 3:15 pmZoom
This is the third of three related events that are being coordinated by the Education Policy and Leadership Center. In 2023, PA’s Commonwealth Court ruled that the state’s school funding system was unconstitutional. The Pennsylvania Project for Civic Engagement (PPCE), a project from the Committee of Seventy, is sponsoring open dialogues to collect public feedback on what…
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EPLC Public Forum – The Future of Education in PA
April 14, 2025 6:30 pm – 8:45 pmZoom
This is the second of three related events that are being coordinated by the Education Policy and Leadership Center. In 2023, PA’s Commonwealth Court ruled that the state’s school funding system was unconstitutional. The Pennsylvania Project for Civic Engagement (PPCE), a project from the Committee of Seventy, is sponsoring open dialogues to collect public feedback on…
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Can We Talk? Statewide Dialogue
April 10, 2025 12:15 pm – 2:15 pmZoom
In an era of increasing polarization and social isolation, Can We Talk? aims to help students from communities all across the Commonwealth develop the skills to foster understanding and constructive dialogue on a range of important issues. The program is supported by free, flexible lessons on our website that can be used sequentially or as standalone classes.…
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Understanding the City Budget: Investing in a Safer, Cleaner, and More Prosperous Philadelphia
April 3, 2025 5:30 pm – 6:30 pmOnline – Register for access
Philadelphia’s budget shapes every aspect of life in our city—from public safety and sanitation to economic growth and environmental sustainability. Understanding how this process works and how funds are allocated empowers residents to advocate for their communities and hold decision-makers accountable. Join us on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm for the second webinar in…
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EPLC Public Forum – The Future of Education in PA
April 2, 2025 9:30 am – 11:45 pmZoom
This is the first of three related events that are being coordinated by the Education Policy and Leadership Center. In 2023, PA’s Commonwealth Court ruled that the state’s school funding system was unconstitutional. The Pennsylvania Project for Civic Engagement (PPCE), a project from the Committee of Seventy, is sponsoring open dialogues to collect public feedback on…
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Who Gets to Decide: A Conversation About How Local Govt. Actually Works
April 2, 2025 4:00 pm – 5:30 pmParkway Central Library
Join C70 and the Free Library’s Field Teen Center for a program about how local government works in the real world. Participants will identify problems faced by Philly students, learn how to connect with their city representatives, and plan for the futures they want to see. Pizza will be provided for participating students! Programs at…
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City Budget Simulation Experience
April 1, 2025 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmExclusive Event for WeVote Partners & C70 Members The Committee of Seventy, in partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia, is offering two exclusive, hands-on budget exercises designed to make the municipal budget process more accessible. In this interactive simulation, participants will step into the roles of key players in the budget process, representing the…
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Generocity Community Newsroom: Civic Education & Advocacy
March 26, 2025 5:00 pm – 8:00 pmSince 2024, Generocity’s Community Newsrooms have created spaces for meaningful dialogue across Philadelphia, Delaware, Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester counties. These monthly gatherings bring together community members, journalists, and civic leaders to explore pressing local issues through onsite interviews, video storytelling, and solutions-focused workshops. On March 26, 2025, Generocity, in partnership with the Committee of Seventy,…
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Committee of Seventy’s 2025 Spring Members Only Event
March 11, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:30 pmYou’re invited to the Committee of Seventy’s 2025 Spring Members Only Event on March 11th from 6:00-7:30 PM at our office located at 123 S. Broad Street, Suite 2830, Philadelphia, PA 19109. This exclusive event is designed to connect you with your fellow members, have the opportunity to hear from our President & CEO about…
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The State of Civic Education in Pennsylvania, 2025
March 10, 2025 4:00 pm – 5:00 pmZoom Register at pacivics.org/stateofcivics2025
March 10-14, 2025 is Civic Learning Week across the United States. To evaluate how well the Commonwealth is doing to inspire civically engaged students, celebrate the excellent work of Pennsylvania’s teachers, and explore opportunities for further growth, PA Civics is hosting its third State of Civic Education in Pennsylvania on Monday, March 10 at 4…
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Understanding the City Budget: How Philadelphia Sets Priorities and Spends Your Money
February 26, 2025 5:30 pm – 6:30 pmOnline – Register for access
Philadelphia’s budget impacts everything—from schools and public safety to street repairs and parks—and you have a say in how it’s spent. Join us on Wednesday, February 26, at 5:30 PM for the first webinar in our three-part series on the City budget process. We’ll explore the City budget as a tool for civic engagement, equipping…
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Representation Matters: Celebrating Women in Government
January 30, 2025 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmJoin us for an inspiring evening celebrating the leadership and achievements of women elected officials from the Greater Philadelphia area. This nonpartisan reception brings together elected women from city, state, and congressional levels to honor their contributions and connect with dynamic women leaders across the region. Presented by the Committee of Seventy, The Forum of Executive…
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MLK Day of Service 2025: Creating Civic Engagement Starter Kits
January 20, 2025 9:00 am – 12:00 pmFollowing the momentum of the recent presidential election, this MLK Day, we’re shifting focus to help Philadelphians engage more deeply with their local government. The Civic Engagement Starter Kits are designed to provide residents with practical tools and accessible knowledge to better understand city government and take meaningful action in their communities. We are thrilled…
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The Committee of Seventy’s 120th Anniversary: America at a Crossroads
November 20, 2024 5:30 pm – 8:00 pmNational Constitution Center
Join the Committee of Seventy as we celebrate our 120th anniversary with our signature annual event this fall. This year’s program, titled America at a Crossroads, will feature an illuminating discussion between CNN’s Chris Wallace and 6ABC’s Tamala Edwards. During this insightful program, just two weeks after the pivotal November election, we will delve into…
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Election Day – C70 at the Polls
November 5, 2024 10:00 am – 6:00 pmOn Election Day, November 5, 2024, the Committee of Seventy, OnePhillyConnect, and additional partners will host events at three high-traffic Philadelphia polling locations, West Philadelphia High School (4901 Chestnut St.), South Philadelphia High School (2101 S. Broad St.), and Bright Hope Baptist Church (1601 N. 12th St), to promote civic pride and voter engagement. Activities…
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PA Attorney General Candidate Forum (Fall 2024)
October 22, 2024 7:00 pm – 8:30 pmVirtual – Registeration link below
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm, the Committee of Seventy, along with Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, the Forum of Executive Women, League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association, and Philadelphia Bar Association, is hosting a virtual forum for Pennsylvania attorney general candidates. The conversation will be moderated by Ernest Owens, President of…
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War Game Screening & Panel Discussion
October 16, 2024 5:30 pm – 8:30 pmExperience the powerful documentary War Game in an exclusive screening at the National Constitution Center, followed by an insightful panel discussion on the challenges and complexities of protecting American democracy in an increasingly polarized world. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 16, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM),…
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Pathways to the Polls: Enhancing Immigrant Voter Participation
September 18, 2024 5:30 pm – 8:00 pmNaturalized U.S. citizens have the same voting rights as citizens born in the U.S. Once an immigrant becomes a naturalized citizen, they can vote in all federal, state, and local elections, including presidential elections. Naturalized citizens are also entitled to other civic rights and responsibilities, such as serving on a jury and running for public…
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2024 Women In Public Leadership Event
May 15, 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 amPhiladelphia Museum of Art
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Can We Talk?: A Statewide Student Dialogue
April 25, 2024 12:15 pm – 2:15 pmZoom – register online
Do you know a student who’s a junior or senior at a high school in Pennsylvania? If so, here’s an opportunity for them to have a great experience and bolster their resume for college. The Committee of Seventy is sponsoring Can We Talk?: A Statewide Student Dialogue on Zoom from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 25.…
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Studio C70: Primary Election Day Edition
April 23, 2024 10:30 am – 5:00 pmFacebook Live
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. C70 will stream nine different interviews to the public on its Facebook page. Go…
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Pennsylvania Attorney General Candidate Forum
April 15, 2024 7:00 pm – 8:30 pmVirtual – Register on Ticketleap
On Monday, April 15, 2024 at 7:00pm, the Committee of Seventy, along with Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, the Forum of Executive Women, League of Women Voters of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Bar Association, and Philadelphia Bar Association, is hosting a bipartisan virtual forum for Pennsylvania attorney general candidates. The conversation will be moderated by Diana Cortes, former Philadelphia City Solicitor and current partner at…
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Civic Learning Week
March 11–15, 2024 4:30 pm – 5:30 pmZoom
Civic Learning Week brings together students, educators, policymakers, and leaders in the public and private sectors to highlight and further energize the movement for civic education across the country. The Committee of Seventy and PA Civics are excited to be part of this national effort to prioritize civic education in order to sustain and strengthen…