Set an Intention for More Civic Engagement
A new year often brings with it a time of reflection and observation
.
This past year has been a year that has changed and transformed the entire world, and
it can feel overwhelming to
think about traditional res
olutions.
As you look ahead to what 2021
could
bring, you
may be
consider
ing
what
small
intention
s to set
for yourself
, and how you can bring your light to your local community
. While intentions can involve structured goals, they also open up space for purpose and
attitude; the
inclusive nature of this word inspires us at Points of Light to think deeply about our aspirations and
mindsets
for this year.
We appreciate that our community of light is powered by each of you. While your intentions will be unique to
you, we hope that you are able to bring
more light
to your corner of the world. Nonviolent civic engagement
in all its forms has the power to bring meaningful change.
If you are asking yourself what intentions you should set, we encourage
you
to consider the ways you can infuse civic engagement
into
different areas of your life.
Our Civic Circle helps
individuals connect to opportunities and understand doing good comes in many forms
.
The framework acknowledges what users have already incorporated into th
eir
civic engagement journey and provides insight into new ways to get involved
.
Below you will find a few resources to help you as you set, or refine, your intentions for 2021.
- Volunteer: Find personally fulfilling volunteer opportunities on our recently launched Points of Light Engage platform, the world’s largest digital hub for volunteering and community engagement opportunities.
- Purchase Power: Embrace the power of your purchase to make an impact. Learn more about how your purchases can reflect your values in our Civic Life Today: Purchase Power digital magazine.
- Voice: Uplift causes that are important to by using your voice. You can be the spark that generates greater awareness about an issue, inspire others, and gain the attention of leaders who can help facilitate change. Help us uplift the power of civic engagement by sharing our resources or starting a Facebook fundraiser for Points of Light.
Points of Light remains
hopeful about what lies ahead
, and we continue to be
inspired by each of you, a point of light
in your community
. If you
’ve made an intention to be more civically engaged, we invite you share that with us on social media
at @PointsofLight
. If you have found these resources helpful, we appreciate your generous support, which enables us to continue creating innovative and accessible resources for all.