SoapboxNYC is one of the components of Civics for All's Partner School Program that happens with the support of Mikva Challenge. It is a citywide public speaking celebration that calls on students to write a speech addressing the question, what is the biggest issue facing young people in your community today? Students develop a speech and advocate for solutions to improve their schools, communities, and the lives of other young people. To learn more about SoapboxNYC or how to become a Partner School, reach out to civicsforall@schools.nyc.gov.
Student Voice Champions at the 2019 SoapboxNYC Mainstage
Keep an eye out for information from Civics for All on Project Soapbox trainings and events for the 2025-2026 school year. To access the Project Soapbox curriculum, please refer to the At-A-Glance timeline shared with your school.