• Ways to Interact & Engage


  • Town Hall Tour

    Learn more about Governor Patrick's Summer 2008 town hall-style tour across Massachusetts.

  • Budget Forums and Input

    Learn more about ways to give your input into the budget and state spending.

  • Public Calendar of Events

    The Patrick-Murray administration public calendar, coordinated by the Governor's Office of Civic Engagement.

  • Citizen Involvement

    Learn more about various types of citizen involvement including the voting process, jury duty, town meetings, and more, at this Mass.Gov page.

  • Boards and Commissions

    Learn more about the Commonwealth's various Boards and Commissions and ways you can get involved.

  • For Organizations: Engage Citizens for Service

    For organizations that provide opportunities for volunteerism and community service. Learn more about how to connect citizens to your organization's opportunities through Connect and Serve.

  • Engagement Initiatives


  • The Commonwealth Corps

    Learn more about the organization dedicated to engaging Massachusetts residents of all ages and backgrounds in direct service to rebuild communities.

  • Statewide Youth Council

    Learn more about Governor Patrick's Statewide Youth Council, our mission, and how to apply.

  • Lifelong Engagement

    Do you have the time now to give back to your community through volunteer service? Want to add your voice to the civic dialogue about the future of your town and of your state? Your talents and wisdom are needed by myriad organizations, commissions, and boards to help deliver services to others in need and to make Massachusetts a better place to live.

  • Safe Communities

    Learn more about Governor Patrick's anti-crime initiatives focusing on both law enforcement and crime prevention.

  • Staying Informed & Involved Online


  • Governor's Office Social Media Usage and Policies

    Several ways for citizens to stay informed and engaged with the Governor's Office through the web.

  • The Civic Engagement Times

    Archives of the Civic Engagement Times.