The People

Mobilizes Americans to bridge divides and advocate for responsive government

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Civic Engagement
Topic
Democracy and Governance
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About Organization

The organization brings together citizens from diverse backgrounds to find common ground on civic issues and push for government accountability. Based in Grand Rapids, MI, it facilitates dialogue across political and social differences to strengthen democratic participation.

What They Focus On

Bridging Political Divides

Creates spaces for Americans with opposing views to find shared concerns and work toward solutions

Government Accountability

Trains citizens to effectively advocate for elected officials to be more responsive to constituents

Democratic Participation

Strengthens civic engagement by helping everyday people organize and take action on shared priorities

How They Work

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  • 01

    Recruit Diverse Voices

    Engage Americans across political, racial, and economic differences to participate in civic work

  • 02

    Facilitate Dialogue

    Lead structured conversations to surface shared concerns and common ground despite disagreements

  • 03

    Identify Action Steps

    Translate common ground into concrete advocacy goals and government accountability measures

  • 04

    Take Collective Action

    Mobilize participants to engage officials and push for responsive policies together

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by The People

Cross-Partisan Dialogue

Facilitates structured conversations between Americans with different political views to identify shared values and goals

Civic Action Training

Equips participants with tools to effectively engage elected officials and advocate for responsive government

Community Organizing

Builds local networks of citizens working together on common ground solutions to public problems

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind The People.

Team information not available.

Contact

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Email

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Grand Rapids, MI 49506