Become a Credentials-issuing Partner

How digital civics credentials can strengthen your organization’s mission and programs

Civic organizations need new ways to attract more members, engage participants, showcase impact, and build durable civic habits. The Civics Credentialing System offers a simple, powerful solution: open digital badges that make civic learning and engagement visible, measurable, and shareable.

By issuing Civics Credentialing badges, your organization can:

Increase your membership.
Deepen participant engagement and loyalty.
Provide your participants with clear pathways from learning to leadership.
Track your participants’ progress through skills development and civic milestones.
Showcase your organization's commitment to democratic values.
Build tangible, portable recognition that participants can use in their school, career, and community life.

We provide easy onboarding and tailored support

The Civics Credentialing System is designed specifically for civic, nonpartisan organizations like yours. Integrating Civics Credentialing badges into your programs is simple, fast, and flexible. We offer:
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A ready to use credentialing framework and credentials catalog based on common democratic values and principles.

Step-by-step guidance and templates for your badge offerings.

A “concierge service” approach to technical and programming support. We handle the back-end so you can focus on your organization’s impact!

We offer three flexible tiers of services to match your organization's needs. Whether you want a basic setup or a fully customized solution, we’re here to make it seamless.

How digital credentialing works for your organization

Through Civics Credentialing, your organization provides digital credentials to participants who complete courses, attend events, or participate in programs of your choosing. The credentials are branded so that your organization is visible every time and everyplace the credential appears. Our platform provides powerful metrics that will help you fine tune your messaging and your offerings for maximum effectiveness.
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Check out some example use cases below:

Simple Use Case

A civic education organization awards a Civic Learning badge for completing a training.

Intermediate Use Case

A youth leadership nonprofit issues Bridging Divides badges for participating in dialogue projects, volunteering, and presenting at a community forum.

Advanced Use Case

A civic engagement organization guides students through a year-long journey from civic learning to leadership, with badges marking milestones like education, community engagement, and a final service project.