This November, newly elected government officials will form transition teams as they prepare to take office. This presents a timely opportunity for campuses to get engaged and ensure our leaders are gathering community input and building diverse and inclusive governments.

Join the University of Maryland's Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement and Maryland’s Secretary of Appointments Tisha Edwards as they introduce the components of the Civic Transition Toolkit. This toolkit is inspired by the Moore-Miller gubernatorial transition team in Maryland, whose unique approach created a historically diverse and inclusive transition that engaged the public at every step.

Learn how the University of Maryland worked with the Moore-Miller transition team to implement this toolkit and the lessons they learned along the way. In addition, learn how your university/college can engage local and state elected officials in utilizing this toolkit during the crucial months before and during the transition.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into how to use this toolkit to support an inclusive transition in their state, city, or local community.