Citizen Travelers Sponsors U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s National Civics Bee®

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Citizen Travelers, an employee initiative of Travelers, will sponsor the 2024 National Civics Bee, a competition organized by The Civic Trust, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The event aims to reach 28 states this year and expand to all 50 states by 2026. The National Civics Bee encourages students in grades six through eight to engage in civic learning through essay submissions and competitions. This year, 6,000 middle school students from 28 states participated, with winners advancing to a national championship in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 12. Travelers employees will volunteer and serve as judges during the event.

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• Sponsoring the 2024 National Civics Bee enhances Citizen Travelers' visibility and goodwill.
• Engagement with 6,000 middle school students across 28 states fosters community involvement.
• Expansion to 50 states by 2026 aligns with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, potentially increasing brand exposure.

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HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Citizen Travelers, Travelers’ nonpartisan civic engagement employee initiative, will sponsor the 2024 National Civics Bee^®. This annual competition by The Civic Trust^®, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is expanding to a record 28 states this year – with the ultimate goal of reaching all 50 states by 2026 for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The Civic Trust is a nonpartisan educational initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation focused on elevating civics as a national priority with programs that advance and promote civic knowledge in schools, workplaces and communities.

“We are thrilled to partner with the National Civics Bee as it expands its reach to inspire more students across our country,” said Janice Brunner, Head of Civic Engagement at Travelers. “We recognize that a strong democracy is foundational to the success of businesses and our nation’s economy. Through initiatives like this competition, we are investing in the next generation of leaders and empowering them to become informed citizens who will be civically engaged and support their communities.”

Students in grades six through eight may participate in the National Civics Bee through their local chambers of commerce by submitting an essay that addresses a specific issue in their community. Winners of the essay contest advance to local- and state-level competitions, answering questions about the country’s founding and government.

So far this year, 6,000 middle school students across 110 communities in 28 states have participated in these local and state competitions to demonstrate their knowledge and share ideas about how to contribute to civic life in their communities. Travelers employees serve as judges and volunteers at events around the country.

State champions will advance to the inaugural national championship to be held in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Nov. 12.

“The National Civics Bee is our answer to the decline of civic knowledge among our nation’s youth,” said Carolyn Cawley, President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. “Citizens who are well informed about their history, government and public issues form the bedrock of both a thriving economy and a healthy democracy. We believe businesses have an important role to play in advancing civics, and we applaud Travelers for its significant contributions to the vibrancy of democracy and civic life in America.”

To learn more about Citizen Travelers, visit www.travelers.com/about-travelers/citizen-travelers. And click here to see sample stories of Travelers employees making an impact in their communities.

About Travelers
The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto, home and business. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Travelers has more than 30,000 employees and generated revenues of approximately $41 billion in 2023. For more information, visit Travelers.com.

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FAQ

What is the National Civics Bee sponsored by Citizen Travelers?

The National Civics Bee is a civic engagement competition for middle school students, sponsored by Citizen Travelers, an initiative of Travelers.

When is the national championship for the 2024 National Civics Bee?

The national championship for the 2024 National Civics Bee will be held in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Which states are participating in the 2024 National Civics Bee?

The 2024 National Civics Bee will feature participants from 28 states, with plans to expand to all 50 states by 2026.

How many students have participated in the National Civics Bee so far?

So far, 6,000 middle school students from 28 states have participated in the National Civics Bee.

What role do Travelers employees play in the National Civics Bee?

Travelers employees volunteer and serve as judges in the National Civics Bee competitions.