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Proceeds benefit our ongoing education programs.

OUR PILLARS
Civics Education | Civil Discourse | Civic Engagement

OUR CORE VALUES
Civil | Collaborative | Fact-based | Inclusive | Non-partisan | Objective

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The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute stands as a living tribute to Justice O’Connor’s vision of a stronger, more informed, and more engaged nation. Through innovative free programs in civic engagement, civic education, and civil discourse, the Institute empowers individuals of all ages to participate thoughtfully in public life, connect across differences, and contribute to the common good. From inspiring young leaders to fostering respectful dialogue among adults, the Institute’s impact continues to shape communities and strengthen our country's civic fabric.

CAMP O'CONNOR USA

Civics education summer camp for 7th and 8th graders

CIVICS FOR LIFE

Online platform for multigenerational civics education, civil discourse and citizen engagement

CIVICS FOR LIFE COMMUNITY APP

Mobile app for civic learning and community building

CIVICS CHALLENGE

Online civics competition for 6th through 12th graders

CONVERSATIONS SERIES

Virtual conversations with thought leaders, authors, and scholars

ISSUES & ANSWERS FORUMS

Balanced & fact-based, featuring credentialed panelists

JOHN JAY FETZER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Benefitting graduating O’Connor Institute Ambassador high school seniors

O’CONNOR INSTITUTE AMBASSADORS CIVICS & DEBATE CLUB

Leadership development and civic learning for high school students

O’CONNOR HOUSE HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Conservation of the award-winning adobe home in Papago Park

SANDRA DAY O’CONNOR DIGITAL LIBRARY

Cataloging the life of Justice O’Connor, including court opinions, legislation and more

PATRONS CIRCLE CIVIC SALONS

Intimate gatherings on a variety of cultural topics