Digital Civics Academy 2026

The Digital Civics Academy (DCA) 2026 is a one-week, youth-centered summer program designed for teens passionate about advocacy, technology, and social impact. It offers hands-on learning in activism, storytelling, leadership, and digital wellbeing, with a hybrid format that is primarily virtual and optional in-person opportunities in several U.S. cities.

Participants gain hands-on experience in advocacy, multimedia storytelling, leadership, and policy translation; access mentorship from industry experts and policymakers; opportunities for real-world exposure and a global peer network.

The program is designed for teens who are passionate about technology, advocacy, and creating change in their communities; no prior experience required.

Submit an application through the provided form; early submission is encouraged due to limited capacity.