On May 9th, Philly-area Girl Scouts will have a Bridging Ceremony and will be earning their badge in democracy. Philly City Councilmember Kendra Brooks will attend to talk with scouts about the value of participating in local government. C70 is facilitating the conversation.
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The Promise of Democracy Summit: 250 Years and the Path Ahead
Thank you to those who attended the Summit. Panel videos can be seen below. In 2026, Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, will mark a pivotal milestone—the 250th anniversary of the United States. This momentous occasion calls for a reflection on the nation’s democratic journey, from the ideals of equality and liberty embedded in the […]
July 15–16, 2026
12:00 am – 11:59 pm
Philadelphia, PA
Women in Public Leadership 2026
Igniting and Enduring: Trailblazers who Spark, Advance, and Protect Women’s Rights Join us for a morning of powerful conversation at the Committee of Seventy’s 5th annual Women in Public Leadership event, bringing together some of the region’s most dynamic voices on the front lines of women’s rights. This year’s panel will explore women’s leadership as […]
June 3, 2026
8:30 am – 10:30 am
The Declaration on Trial
The Declaration of Independence helped launch a nation grounded in powerful ideals: equality, liberty, and self-government. At the same time, it reflected contradictions and exclusions that continue to shape American democracy today. Was the Declaration justified when it was written? And how should we understand it now? Join the Committee of Seventy, in partnership with […]
April 21, 2026
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Parkway Central Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia