Young Leaders Invited To NAACP South Suburban Chapter's Civic Ambassador Training

LANSING, IL — In honor of the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the NAACP Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch will host a Civic Ambassador community engagement event on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Lansing Public Library, 2750 Indiana Ave. The event will highlight the goals of the Civic Ambassador Program for potential 2026 participants.

The Civic Ambassador Program is open to young adults, high school students, and college students interested in civic leadership, voter education, and community engagement across the south suburbs.

Participants will receive free, comprehensive training on voter registration laws, voter rights, and nonpartisan civic engagement. Civic ambassadors will learn how to provide accurate information to community members, support voter registration and education efforts in schools, community spaces, and places of worship, and serve as advocates for fairness, inclusion, and democratic participation. Complimentary meals will be provided during training sessions and meetings.

Space is limited, and advance RSVP is required. Light refreshments and snacks will also be provided. School club sponsors, faith leaders, and youth organizations are encouraged to attend this informational event.

“This event reflects Dr. King’s enduring call to service and civic responsibility,” said Gary Dingle, President of the NAACP Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch. “By educating and empowering young people, we are strengthening democracy at the local level and ensuring our communities remain informed, engaged, and heard.”

For more information or to RSVP, contact the NAACP Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch at 708-794-8550 or naacpcfssb@gmail.com.