Backed by the voices of 146,000+, ASCE represents the best interests of the industry in the public policy arena, and gives YOU the opportunity to participate and let your voice be heard. ASCE also sponsors a variety of programs to encourage interest in civil engineering among K-12 students and show them the possibilities of this exciting career.

• Government Relations — ASCE ensures the industry's voice is heard by providing expert testimony before Congressional committees and subcommittees on important civil engineering issues.
• Our Key Contact Program sends timely alerts on an as-needed basis about critical pending issues and how to influence the legislative process.
• An updated national "Report Card on America's Infrastructure" in 2005, continuing the unprecedented media attention that began with its original release, evaluates, grades and provides recommendations regarding the condition and performance of the country's public works to help ensure necessary government and private investment in their maintenance.
• Gain recognition and visibility by applying for an ASCE honor or award
• ASCE gives members a voice in policy and legislation concerning today's civil engineering issues, such as the nation's infrastructure and the environment
• Disaster Response — ASCE collaborates on programs that serve to strengthen security for the nation's domestic infrastructure, including the Critical Infrastructure Response Initiative and The Infrastructure Security Partnership.
• ASCE has several programs that make civil engineering accessible to the next generation including:
• Building Big — A five-part PBS series sponsored by ASCE is viewed by millions, and is part of our multi-faceted outreach activities. This program provides the resources and training materials needed to get involved and help the general public learn about civil engineering.
• West Point Bridge Design Contest — An annual contest that provides thousands of middle and high school students with a realistic, engaging, and fun introduction to civil engineering that teaches them some of its fundamental aspects.
• Zoom Into Engineering — Share the excitement of engineering! Visit classrooms and children's groups to help K-5 kids learn with fun hands-on activities that introduce them to the exciting world of civil engineering.
• Design Squad — A new television-series airing on PBS for 9- to 12-year-olds that is
  part reality competition, all engineering, and major fun.