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Overland Park Voice

Completing the Civic Dialogue.

We empower Overland Park's community workforce by making local government accessible, responsive, and a worthwhile investment of your time.

Bridging the Civic Gap

Many in our community workforce—teachers, healthcare staff, retail workers, and renters—face barriers to civic participation that traditional channels don't address. We make participation accessible and impactful, using the city's own FrameworkOP plan as our guide.

Learn About Our Mission See Our Current Work

Our Approach

Four principles guide everything we do.

Collaborative

Building bridges, not walls

Accessible

Lowering participation barriers

Data-Driven

Evidence-based advocacy

Results-Oriented

Achievable, impactful goals

Learn more about our principles

Respecting Your Time

We recognize people have different capacities to contribute. Our "ladder of engagement" offers opportunities for every level of commitment.

5

Minutes

Follow on social media or sign an online petition.

15

Minutes

Send a pre-written email to your council member.

1

Hour

Attend a virtual workshop or community meeting.

3+

Hours

Testify at a city meeting or volunteer to help organize.

Our Current Priority

Right now, we're focused on ensuring everyone who works in Overland Park can afford to live here.

Active Campaign

Keeping Overland Park Within Reach of its Community

The UDO rewrite happening right now is our opportunity to remove systemic barriers that push out teachers, healthcare workers, and working families. We're advocating for smart reforms that expand housing choices, reduce unnecessary costs, and create vibrant neighborhoods where our community workforce can thrive.

Our Current Initiative See All Our Initiatives

Have Your Own Idea?

The Community Launchpad helps residents turn their civic ideas into action. Get the tools, guidance, and connections you need to make real change in our city.

Launch Your Initiative

We Provide:

  • Strategic guidance & research support
  • Community connections & collaboration
  • Access to decision-makers
  • Communication tools & resources

Join the Conversation.

Ready to make your voice heard? Sign up for updates, follow us on social media, or send us a message. Your involvement, big or small, makes a difference.

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