Happy Hour Hang. Join us for community and connections at a local spot in Richmond.

Looking for a way your child can express themselves after school? Want to watch them grow in confidence and communication? Sign them up for The Practice Space’s Young Actors Club (ages 8-12). Participants will perform fun skits, explore the world of theater, and write a play with the rest of the club that they’ll eventually perform!

Join us for our Annual Appeal work party. Help us prepare for our biggest fundraising campaign of the year.

Learn new skills and practice speeches and debates with peers – no experience needed.

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Learn new skills and practice speeches and debates with peers – no experience needed.

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Learn new skills and practice speeches and debates with peers – no experience needed.

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Learn new skills and practice speeches and debates with peers – no experience needed.

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Call for Volunteer Mentors

Want to make a real impact in your community and help young people find their voice? Volunteer with the Civic Leaders Academy as a volunteer mentor to middle and high school students (grades 6–12)! You’ll meet twice a month in person at The Practice Space office in Richmond to support students in small groups as they research, write, and record podcasts on social issues they care about. Once recorded, you’ll support them by giving positive and constructive feedback as they prepare for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel where they share their learnings with the broader community. You’ll build trust-based relationships, encourage meaningful conversations, and help students take real action in their communities. This volunteer opportunity is open to adults and teens (ages 16+) who are not current Practice Space board members or program participants. Preference is given to mentors who can commit to all dates!

Free, but participants must be accepted in September based on application

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 6th–8th Grade)

Explore big ideas, speak up, and learn how to make your voice heard! The Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders Program is open to students entering 6th through 8th grade who are curious about the world and want to develop real skills in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership. You’ll work in small groups to research a social issue you care about, share your opinions in thoughtful conversations, record your very own podcast episode, and participate on a community panel. No experience is needed – just a passion for learning and speaking out. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Civic Leaders Academy: Young Leaders (Rising 9th–12th Grade)

Take your leadership to the next level and use your voice for change! The Civic Leaders Academy: Teen Leaders Program is designed for high school students ready to dive into real-world issues, sharpen their communication skills, and grow as changemakers. In small teams, you’ll research a topic you care about, discuss different perspectives, and record a podcast to share your insights. You’ll also take part in a public community panel. This is a space for emerging leaders of all experience levels – whether you’re just getting started or already speaking out. Open to all students with priority for Richmond residents. Apply by Monday, September 21st!

Join us for the Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel, a special event celebrating five months of research, collaboration, and discussion. Students will share the issues they explored and the podcasts they created in a moderated discussion with peers and mentors. This event highlights their growth in leadership, communication, and civic engagement and invites our community to listen, learn, and be part of the conversation about the change they hope to create.

Help our high school students get ready for upcoming speech and debate tournaments! This is a great mentorship opportunity to give feedback on speeches and debates.This event highlights their growth in leadership, communication, and civic engagement and invites our community to listen, learn, and be part of the conversation about the change they hope to create.