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Countryman

From Discover to Reflect

Every Saints Global badge follows the same arc — learn it, plan it, do it, then reflect on what changed.

  1. Step 1 · DISCOVER

    Discover

    Learn what this badge is really about.

    Study Genesis 1:26–27 and Doctrine and Covenants 101:77–80, then explain how being created in God’s image shapes your understanding of human dignity and liberty. (TLX: 0.9)

    Identify and define the following forms of government, then name one modern nation for each: democracy, constitutional republic, autocracy, and oligarchy. (TLX: 1.1)

    Read the United States Constitution and its amendments, then describe the purpose of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. (TLX: 1.2)

  2. Step 2 · PLAN

    Plan

    Get ready — gather what you need.

    Select one current civic issue at the local, state, or national level that has moral implications. Identify which level of government is responsible for it. (TLX: 1.2)

    Prepare three thoughtful questions you would ask a public official or community leader about how citizens can responsibly influence this issue. (TLX: 1.1)

    Plan a visit to one civic setting (city council meeting, courthouse, school board, or state capitol session), identifying when and how you will observe civic decision-making. (TLX: 1.3)

  3. Step 3 · ACT

    Act

    Do the work, in the real world.

    Attend an in-person civic meeting or legislative session and observe how public decisions are discussed and made. (TLX: 1.6)

    Speak with one adult community member or leader about their civic responsibilities and the moral challenges they face in public service. (TLX: 1.5)

    Communicate respectfully with one elected representative (letter, email, or in person) regarding the civic issue you selected, expressing a reasoned position grounded in moral principles. (TLX: 1.8)

    Perform one act of civic service that benefits your community (public cleanup, community support event, voter assistance, or similar), prioritizing service over recognition. (TLX: 1.7)

  4. Step 4 · REFLECT

    Reflect

    Look back and see what changed.

    Explain how participating directly in civic life changed your understanding of citizenship and responsibility. (TLX: 1.1)

    Share how gospel principles influenced your choices, tone, or courage during your civic engagement. (TLX: 1.2)

Take it with you

Download the official sheets — bring them to council meetings, advisor check-ins, and badge submissions.

Keep building

For the Saint who learns to live well alongside others.

Log requirements in the portal

Members track progress, submit completion, and request advisor sign-off through the Saints Global member portal.