Citizen Assembly invites you to join us in the never-ending, limitless process of REAL deliberative democracy, thanks to the groundbreaking technology Egora, “The Worldwide Stock-Market of Ideas”! Egora-ILP.org With Egora EVERYONE is able to participate in democracy at their own convenience and at their own level of comfort, by… – developing their own political philosophy…
Take this survey for independent voters at bit.ly/indy_survey Independent Voting has launched a new survey at this moment because it’s an important moment for independents to be having conversations about how we see ourselves and what we think as we move towards 2024. Join the conversation and share the survey with others you know who…
Application Period is Aug 8 – Sept 16. Program starts at the end of Sept.Since 2012, more than 470,000 students have engaged in the Up to Us Campus Competition (https://www.itsuptous.org/get-involved/campus-competition). We want to empower students to be a part of the next-generation leaders at the forefront creating meaningful impact in your community by joining our one-of-a-kind…
Think of a difficult conversation you’re dreading. Or a challenging relationship you’re struggling with. Or a good relationship you want to be even better.Mindful Conversation is for Leaders, Professionals, Creatives, and Visionaries looking to take their conversations to the next level. We are hosting free 1-hour sessions in advance of our September Mindful Conversation Workshop…
Volunteer Work Jam every Wednesday at 6pm!Weekly meetup for ALL volunteers and ALL teams! We will be meeting every Wednesday at 6pm to work on various projects together.In Missoula, we’ll be meeting at Bike & Type (415 N Higgins)If you can’t attend in person, we’ll also be on Zoom. All volunteers are encouraged to join!If you…
Join The American Conservation Coalition and The Vandenberg Coalition on a virtual panel discussion on the critical relationship between energy security and national security. Introductory Remarks: Carrie Filipetti, Vandenberg Coalition Executive Director Quill Robinson, American Conservation Coalition Vice President of Government Affairs Panel Discussion: Matt Pottinger, former Deputy National Security Advisor Wells Griffith, former Sr….
Join CPF Directors Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy as they welcome Jessica Lall, Ira Reiner, Noelia Rodriguez, Elan Carr, and Maria Salinas from the Fall 2022 Fellows cohort to the USC campus to have a lively discussion on current events, careers, and their study groups.
WITH LOW VOTER TURNOUT AND A WIDE PARTISAN DIVIDE, ARE THERE BETTER WAYS TO PICK CANDIDATES?The primary election season in this midterm election year is now over in most states. Turnout was often very low—less than 20% of registered voters showed up in many places—while the partisan divide was as wide as ever.In this episode,…
In this episode of the podcast, “Interfaith America with Eboo Patel,” Eboo is joined by Rev. Adam Russell Taylor. Adam is president of the Christian social justice organization Sojourners and the author of “A More Perfect Union: A New Vision for the Beloved Community.” He and Eboo discuss how Sojourners’ voting rights work and Interfaith…
Would you like to improve local elections with a voting method that doesn’t split the vote? Join our monthly meeting for STAR Voting and Represent.Us!We will talk about:–Efforts to bring STAR Voting to Portland–Statewide reform!–What is STAR Voting? (for new people)And we’ll talk about ways that you can help either from home or in person…
Every Tuesday evening, Sass, Board Director for the Equal Vote Coalition, hosts a free public discussion where anyone can ask questions about voting method reform. Please come as you are and invite your friends and fellow political activists! These weekly conversations are intentionally unstructured, but subject to moderation by Sass and associates. Please check out…
Think of a difficult conversation you’re dreading. Or a challenging relationship you’re struggling with. Or a good relationship you want to be even better. Mindful Conversation is for Leaders, Professionals, Creatives, and Visionaries looking to take their conversations to the next level. We are hosting free 1-hour sessions in advance of our September Mindful Conversation…
Come meet other California activists who are working on making elections fair and representative with STAR voting! It’s a voting method which prevents vote-splitting and gives everyone an equal vote. Learn more at www.starvoting.us See event link at www.starvoting.us/events
Americans have made rights the foundation of our national identity, but it turns out that we don’t all see our rights the same way. Since protecting one declared right may threaten others, rights have been at the root of many political disputes.Join us at this meeting to explore the concept of rights – what types…
With another election season this fall, the mission to inspire American unity continues with a campaign for Liberatus Volume Two. It will be a sequel to Volume One and we will explore the theme of Motive. We will take a deeper look at why we advocate for refugees and the displaced and why we pursue…
The Pennsylvania Business community has an essential role to play in the November 2022 General Election. Through ensuring that accurate election information is distributed, we can have confidence that our elections are secure, accessible and efficient. On September 7th, Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth Leigh Chapman will brief PA’s business community on her department’s efforts…
Friends of Virginia Swain: Restoring Faith in American Leadership introduces America’s Soul Community: A New American Leadership in a Chaotic Time. RSVP at VirginiaSwain.com/upcoming for zoom link This is a time when familiar institutions, ways of thinking, and habits no longer seem to work very well. In such a chaotic world, we need a more…
Join constitutional scholar and author Linda R. Monk; Julie Silverbrook, Senior Director of Partnerships and Constitutional Scholar in Residence at iCivics; and Christopher R. Riano, President of the Center for Civic Education, for this introduction to “The Constitution Explained,” an extensive and engaging new series of brief, 2- to 3-minute videos explaining key concepts of…
On Tuesday, September 13th at 10am ET, join AfP and the Stimson Center for a conversation surfacing key issues surrounding food insecurity as a driver and consequence of conflict—particularly amidst the war in Ukraine—and identifying solutions governments, the private sector, and the NGO community can deploy to address the current crisis effectively. This hybrid event…
What’s connecting people in solving the problems their communities face? A Cross-Sector Approach to Civic Leadership
How are local civic leaders faring, in the midst of a pandemic, a polarized political environment, and a changing technological landscape?
International Day of Democracy (9/15) is a time to take stock in the state of democracy here at home and around the world. Team Democracy invites every American, and every candidate for elective office, to celebrate Democracy Day and take actions that will help assure a stronger more resilient democracy, by (1) signing the Safe…
This important programming is offered in partnership with Florida Humanities as a part of our multi-year series “UNUM: Democracy Reignited.” About this event _________________ When it comes to navigating our deepening ideological divide in America, what if we’re not so much the hero fighting the forces of evil—instead we’re accidentally acting just a little too…
Why do new maps matter to me?Elected officials in Chicago and statewide reshape their districts every decade—but they prioritize their political careers instead of us and our communities of interest!These maps dictate policy and the flow of power and money in our city. Let’s talk about how communities can organize to make change happen.We, the people, need to take…
HOW DO OUR YOUNGEST VOTERS FEEL ABOUT AMERICA’S GUN POLICY?Our guests on today’s show are part of the school shooting generation. Each grew up with active shooter drills and worries that their school could be next, concepts that were unthinkable when most of today’s politicians were in the classroom.Ahead of Common Ground Committee’s live event…
Reformers Lead is a series of seminars to provide new expertise to budding election reform leaders.Tickets on sale! Dates & topics below.4/15: How to Be a Leader Worth FollowingThe foundation of good leadership is more than charisma, confidence, popularity, or productivity. This session explores the true nature of leadership and the skills and habits that…
In celebration of The Village Square’s determination this year to celebrate what’s working and worth emulating (in a world in which much seems broken), God Squad will kick off their 13th season thinking about our fellow humans who have behaved heroically during these challenging times. But—beware—one’s hero might be the other’s villain in these divisive…
Hosted by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)’s American Democracy Project (ADP), the “National Constitution Day Conversation” is designed to reach across differences and create a space for open discussion of the U.S. Constitution. This national, facilitated dialogue is based on the fundamental value of the pursuit of knowledge for the public good….
We invite you to participate in our new digital exercise. “Democracy is a Design Challenge”. We link the questions the founders were asking with the challenges we face today. ActiVote partnered with NCoC and Revolutionary Spaces to bring you this content aimed at self-reflection as we celebrate Constitution Day.
This online workshop focuses on Braver Angels communication skills for people who engage in political conversation on social media.
Whether you see it as an obstruction to the free exchange of ideas, you view it as a tool for assigning accountability on a public scale, or you think it’s something else entirely, “canceling” seems to be everywhere. But what does the term really mean when applied to people?Join us as we try to find…
Major Garrett and David Becker in Conversation with John Dickerson
Company-Community Mediation for Mining Conflicts in the Maghreb September 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am Engage in this webinar, Company-Community Mediation for Mining Conflicts in the Maghreb. This 90-minute conversation event will be on September 19th, 2022, at 10:00 am EDT (UTC -4) | 4:00 pm CET time. Please use the Time Zone Converter to determine when this engaging conversation…
This activism workshop led by ACC Action’s Vice President of Government Affairs Quill Robinson will give you the tools you need to communicate with impact and leave a lasting impression on elected officials ahead of the Midterms.
Why do new maps matter to me?Elected officials in Chicago and statewide reshape their districts every decade—but they prioritize their political careers instead of us and our communities of interest!These maps dictate policy and the flow of power and money in our city. Let’s talk about how communities can organize to make change happen.We, the people, need to take…
Have you ever tried to explain to a friend why you are an independent, but were not sure how? Have you ever watched a news program where the host acts as if every American is a Democrat or Republican and felt angry and left out? If you answered yes, register today to reserve your spot…
American democracy — is facing unprecedented challenges. There is fierce debate on the fate of our electoral system, civil liberties, and even the books we read in the classroom. But there’s hope for America, and our challenges are spurring a new generation of thinkers, leaders, and creators to reimagine the way we govern and live. Ahead…
In any social setting, we carry our histories and multiple social identities. Those are often subconscious. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at work have helped us become more aware of our own identities and value those of coworkers. These tools can also help us support our communities. In this one-hour virtual gathering, we’ll discuss…
One of the first things people ask us when they hear about Crossing Party Lines is how we get politically divided people to listen and speak respectfully to each other. Our response is that we’re about listening politics, not arguing politics. Listening politics refers to listening in a way that supports dialogue instead of debate….
Join us on Thursday, September 22nd from 12:00-1:30pm at the University Club Scriptorium for an all-star panel discussion with Noelia Rodriguez and Hector Hernandez as they discuss their experiences working in the White House and their careers as trailblazing Mexican Americans. Free lunch provided by the fabulous chefs at the USC U-Club.Register for the webinar…
Join two of the Fall 2022 CPF Fellows, Elan Carr and Noelia Rodriguez, as they discuss their careers in politics, business, communications, and advocacy. They will share their career advice and answer questions from students in the CPF Internship Program and with Trojan representatives of the campus organizations USC Political Union and VoteSC. Attending students are encouraged to come prepared with career…
Whether you see it as an obstruction to the free exchange of ideas, you view it as a tool for assigning accountability on a public scale, or you think it’s something else entirely, “canceling” seems to be everywhere. But what does the term really mean when applied to people?Join us as we try to find…
Engage in this webinar, Who are you in Restorative Justice?. This 90-minute conversation event will be on September 23rd, 2022, at 6:00 pm EDT (UTC -4) time. Please use the Time Zone Converter to determine when this engaging conversation will be in your time zone. Samantha is a national restorative justice practitioner and consultant. She has over a decade…
Join us for canvassing at the Irmo Okra Strut Festival at Irmo Community Park. We’ll bring the clipboards and pens, you bring the enthusiasm and smiles!We’ll be speaking to festival attendees about the benefits of instant runoff voting (also known as ranked choice voting). Scripts will be provided.WHENSeptember 24, 2022 at 9:00am – 7pmWHEREIrmo Community…
Global Circles offers young people short dialogue exchange opportunities, bringing together participants from different backgrounds and countries around compelling issues that matter to youth today. Participants learn from and with each other through discussion-based activities. The program is free of charge and runs for two weeks. Join us for the upcoming October 2022 session! Application…
Voting in elections, whether it’s primaries or general, local or national, is an important part of our democracy. Often however, it can be difficult to find all the information we want to know to make a decision. We want to hear what you do to prepare for election day. Are there specific sites or sources…
In our Citizen Assembly meetings we utilize a new political networking and organizing technology that makes it possible to include EVERYONE in the deliberative democracy decision-making process: Egora, “The Worldwide Stock-Market of Ideas”. Please check out this 1-minute video for a quick introduction to Egora: https://youtu.be/3hEzvAL-xgI. Register for Egora at: http://Egora-ILP.org. Specific event information is…
Join us on Tuesday, September 27th from 1:00-2:00pm for a fun and informative discussion with Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA). Register for the webinar at https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dvoh5ld8TNypA4E-wNWsoQ Congressman Khanna joins CPF Director Bob Shrum to discuss his new book “Dignity in the Digital Age: Making Tech Work for All of Us,” which is a roadmap to facing America’s…
The National Institute for Civil Discourse and Leadership Ohio invite you to join this session on Social Media, Misinformation, and Democracy. In many of our communities, the differences and divisions in our society have been inescapable these last years. As we grapple with issues related to democracy, disinformation and civil discourse we find ourselves asking:…
In divided times like ours and through history, brave and unlikely friendships have endured, inspired and redeemed. About this event: Join us for the first dinner in our 2022-23 Dinner at the Square season: Respect, Rebel, Repeat: Subversive Friendships for Divided Times YOU’RE NOT AS CRAZY AS I THOUGHT? “I’ll still hold to the conviction…
It’s here – the National Citizen Leadership Conference – September 28-29 is back and better than ever. This is arguably going to be our best conference yet – and none to soon, given the sheer amount of money being spent in local and state elections since 2020. The venue is set, excitement is high, and…
Ballotpedia is covering dozens of elections across the country as we head towards November 8th. But which ones have captured our attention the most?
Although Harvard cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker enjoyed teaching his students about the interesting puzzles that cause humans to behave irrationally, he realized that as interesting as those puzzles were, they did not explain some of the deeper and more destructive tendencies at work today. “Why do people believe that Hillary Clinton ran a child sex…
HOW CAN ORGANIZATIONS QUELL POLITICAL DISCORD IN THE WORKPLACE? HERE’S WHY EDICTS ARE NOT THE ANSWER.Polarization is not just a problem for Congress and our political system, it’s also taking a toll in the workplace. Employees are falling out with each other over politics, Supreme Court decisions, and fiery issues in the culture wars. Colleagues…
Rising political divisions and democratic backsliding pose critical threats to societal stability and well-being. What are the most effective ways to reduce anti-democratic attitudes, support for political violence, and partisan animosity? Can social science research point us towards promising interventions? The Strengthening Democracy Challenge set out to answer these questions. Join us to learn what…
Looking to build on the momentum from your incredible National Voter Registration Day event? We have just the webinar for you!
Join Veterans for Political Innovation Founder, Eric Bronner, and Come out for this FREE event in Lititz, PA on Friday, 9/30, in support of www.BallotPA.org/vets.Onward!Eric
Hate speech is a term that is often used for “abusive language specifically attacking a person or persons because of their race, color, religion, ethnic group, gender, or sexual orientation”*. While some countries have laws against hate speech, the US does not. Instead, citizens decide for themselves what speech they object to, and how, if…
