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Vision and Mission

Vision

The Bill of Rights Institute seeks an America where we more perfectly realize the promise of liberty and equality expressed in the Declaration of Independence. This calls for civic education that helps students examine the story of our country and exercise the skills of citizenship.

Mission

The Bill of Rights Institute teaches history and civics. We equip students and teachers to live the ideals of a free and just society.

BRI Promise

When educators or students use Bill of Rights Institute's curricula or attend a BRI educational program, they can know exactly what to expect. That is because all Bill of Rights Institute educational resources and programs are developed in strict adherence to the BRI Promise.

The Bill of Rights Institute promises to:  

    Founding Principles and Virtues

    The Founding Principles and Virtues are the core of the Bill of Rights Institute's curricular resources. This focus creates materials that are grounded in fundamental questions and ideas that are essential to understanding history, civics, and government in a free society.

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    Founding Principles Graphic
    Civic Virtues and Vices Graphic