Civic engagement is the active participation of individuals in their community by voting, volunteering, advocating for causes, or staying informed about public issues. Being civically engaged helps us shape the decisions that affect our lives and is a way to exercise our democratic rights. When we take part in civic life, we become a more informed and connected society. Discovering which city council district you live in and volunteering and voting within your district is the beginning of how we begin to strengthen our communities.