Our innovation was born out of the need to cultivate an informed and engaged citizenry from a young age. In Colombia the future of democracy hinges on the active participation of its citizens. Recognizing this, we crafted a solution that transforms classrooms into vibrant hubs of democratic learning, where students not only learn about the electoral process but also experience it firsthand
Voto Estudiantil epitomizes experiential learning in civic education, leveraging real-world political events like elections bringing democracy to life in the classrooms. By transforming these events into dynamic teaching opportunities, educators are empowered to cultivate active citizenship among students, fostering a ripple effect that extends to families and communities.
Our program doesn't just stop at one-time engagement. It seeks to establish a sustainable model of educator and student involvement in the electoral process, ensuring a lasting impact that transcends individual elections.
Our beneficiaries are students, aged 12-18, from both public and private schools. In 2023, over 1,500 educators underwent training with CIVIX Colombia, resulting in the participation of 247,077 students from 810 schools in the largest election simulations ever conducted in Latin America. This scale underscores the potential of Voto Estudiantil in shaping the democratic landscape of tomorrow.
Since its inception in 2018, CIVIX Colombia has spearheaded four editions of the program (2018, 2019, 2022, and 2023), each marked by exponential growth and impact.
Beginning in two provinces in 2018, the initiative quickly gained momentum, culminating in its latest edition (2023), which saw a staggering 247,077 students from 15 of the country's 32 provinces actively participating.
Over the course of these four editions, more than 4,000 educators have been equipped and empowered by CIVIX Colombia, receiving comprehensive training and materials to integrate civic education into their classrooms.
The success of Student Vote in Colombia sparked interest beyond borders. In 2022, Chile embraced the program during its constitutional election, with 79,526 students from 438 schools.
To try Voto Estudiantil, interested teachers simply need to register for the program. Following registration, they gain access to our immersive Democracy Bootcamps. At this event, educators receive comprehensive training and essential materials curated by CIVIX Colombia. Afterwards, teachers receive an electoral kit to have the electoral simulation during the real-world elections.
