Join GOOD's 30-Day Citizen Challenge

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A popular quote by Margaret Mead says "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world." At the Institute for Humane Education we talk about doing the most good and least harm for all in our daily choices, our work, our volunteerism, and our citizenship. But what does it mean to be a good citizen?

Our friends at GOOD are exploring that question this month with their 30-Day Challenge: Become a GOOD Citizen.

Each day they offer a small task to spark you to become a more engaged and informed citizen. Already 7 days into the challenge, you can make a list of issues you're passionate about and find other like-minded people and organizations; exercise your critical thinking skills by reading opposing opinion pieces on the same topic; and learn more about your local representatives and issues in your community.

For a deeper exploration of good citizenship, check out IHE President, Zoe Weil's book, Most Good, Least Harm: A Simple Principle for a Better World and Meaningful Life, or sign up for our online course, A Better World, A Meaningful Life (Zoe's book is free with the course).

What does it mean to you to be a good citizen?

~ Marsha

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