This one-day conference, hosted by the Indiana Bar Foundation and iCivics, brings together national, regional, state, and local leaders representing government, education, business, nonprofits, and the legal community. This year’s sessions include a showcase of Indiana’s civic health, America’s 250th anniversary, civility, and youth engagement.

This year, we are excited to host the iCivics annual Educator Convening alongside the Summit, bringing together Hoosiers from all industries–education, law, nonprofit, academia, business, and more–who support our civic improvement.

Why Come?

If you’re passionate about strengthening your community and looking for meaningful ideas you can put into action, this event is designed with you in mind. Throughout the day, you’ll hear dynamic plenary sessions featuring some of Indiana’s leading changemakers. Panel discussions will explore the latest civic health data from the 2025 Indiana Civic Health Report, highlight current civic education policies shaping the state, and dive into the significance of America250 as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

Agenda

All displayed times are in Eastern Standard Time (ET).

8:15 a.m. | Doors Open
Breakfast, exhibit tables, iCivics demos/tech support

9:15 a.m. | Welcome

9:30 a.m. | Plenary Session
Civic Health Index & Panel Discussion

10:40 a.m. | Breakout Sessions

12:00 p.m. | Lunch

1:15 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

2:45 p.m. | Plenary Session
Youth & Civic Engagement

3:30 p.m. | Facilitated Small Group Reflections

4:00 p.m. Closing & Dismissal