How Authoritarian Populist Politics Thrive in Contemporary Democracies — Key concepts to understand politics beyond the left-right paradigm. How can we bridge the gaps between "us" and "them" in a world divided by fear and grievance? This article explores:
- The blend of populist rhetoric and authoritarian practices
- The rise of these movements in democratic nations
- How exclusion deepens societal divides
Election cycles can be opportunities to deepen community engagement, sharpen narratives, and clarify organizational and movement values. Even after Election Day, how can we prepare ourselves as individuals and organizations to play the right roles, to respond quickly to unfolding events, and to buttress our connections and partnerships?
Read MoreDivided into two parts, the Democracy Resilience Toolkit is designed to prompt discussion and action on protecting racial equity in the face of political disruption.
Read MoreThese national rapid-response calls are designed to support *BAMEMSA organizations + partners in strategic response/defense and strategy development.
Read MoreVision Change Win (VCW) rapid response supports all left movement organizations, leaders, and organizers dealing with or anticipating a community safety incident.
Read MoreIn this session, Seattle Urban Native Nonprofits (SUNN) and Against the Current Consulting discuss their work to build community power and develop an indigenous policy framework, while engaging with participants on issues of policy and power.
Read More(Re) Inventando una Transición Colectiva: Antes, Durante y Después de COVID-19 Esta sesión destacará historias de algunas mujeres y organizaciones que están respondiendo activamente a sus comunidades y reinventando una transición colectiva basada en las fortalezas, la autodeterminación y el bienestar de todas y todos. Representantes de WA Dream Coalition, Alimentando al Pueblo y Pueblos Originarios (ñuu savi) nos contaran acerca de los impactos que la pandemia ha tenido en sus comunidades y de sus esfuerzos para construir un futuro equitativo y justo en el que todos hacemos parte.
Read MoreParticipatory and democratic organizing examples from local and regional democratic and membership-based organizations. What does it mean to represent and center community within organizational structures, including governance, shared leadership and decision-making?
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