Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy

Nonpartisan research hub exploring paths to unite Americans and strengthen democratic institutions through evidence-based solutions

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Research & Policy
Topic
Democracy & Governance

About Organization

The Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy brings together scholars, policymakers, activists, and opinion leaders to develop evidence-based solutions for strengthening American democracy. Based in Nashville, TN, the organization examines questions of democratic efficacy, durability, and capacity through nonpartisan research and dialogue. The Project leverages Vanderbilt University's intellectual resources to address voting, elections, and policy challenges facing the nation.

What They Focus On

Democratic Institutions

Examining the efficacy, durability, and capacity of American democratic systems to address contemporary challenges and divisions

Voting & Elections

Researching voting systems, election integrity, and policy frameworks that strengthen democratic participation and representation

National Unity

Exploring evidence-based pathways to unite Americans across political and ideological divides through nonpartisan scholarship

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research & Analysis

    Conduct rigorous academic research on democracy, voting systems, and pathways to national unity

  • 02

    Convene Stakeholders

    Bring together scholars, policymakers, activists, and opinion leaders for evidence-based dialogue

  • 03

    Develop Solutions

    Create nonpartisan, evidence-based policy recommendations that transcend ideological divisions

  • 04

    Share Findings

    Disseminate research and solutions publicly to inform democratic discourse and policy development

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy

Democratic Research Initiative

Conducts nonpartisan research on democracy's efficacy, durability, and capacity to address contemporary American challenges

Voting & Elections Analysis

Examines voting systems, election integrity, and policy frameworks to strengthen democratic participation and representation

National Unity Dialogue

Convenes scholars, policymakers, and opinion leaders to explore evidence-based pathways for uniting the American people

Team & Leadership

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Nashville, TN