The Institute for Mathematics and Democracy

WHAT WE DO

Read about the mission and activities of the Institute for Mathematics and Democracy.

PEOPLE

Meet the scholars and students affiliated with the Institute for Mathematics and Democracy.

SERVICES

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Latest News

Application Open to Serve on the NAEP Civics Assessment Framework Development Panel

June 8, 2026

The National Assessment Governing Board is seeking applicants to serve on the NAEP Civics Assessment…

Education General High School Summer Research

Introducing the 2026 High School Summer Research Cohort

June 1, 2026

This year’s high school summer research cohort is made up of twenty eight students who…

Education General High School Summer Research

IMD High School Summer Research Program Project Descriptions

May 18, 2026

As IMD prepares for the 2026 high school summer research program, we would like to…

Activities

RESEARCH

IMD conducts and sponsors research that lies at the intersection of mathematics and democracy. Contact us if you are interested in joining our network of scholars, or if you are looking for research ideas for your students.

EDUCATION

Education efforts at IMD bring political quantitative literacy to the classroom and integrate mathematical foundations of democracy into the curriculum. We run workshops for teachers and develop courses and teaching modules.

OUTREACH

Scholars affiliated with IMD give lectures, organize workshops, and develop strategies for blending mathematics with politics and social justice. Let us know if you would like us to bring some of these activities to your organization or community.