
Guided Introduction
Explore our curated collection of resources from organizations committed to reimagining democracy, advancing social justice, and empowering individuals and communities to lead with purpose. Whether you’re a student looking to get involved in civic engagement, an activist striving for systemic change, or an educator guiding the next generation of leaders, these resources are here to help you grow, organize, and inspire.
Featured Resources
This curated list of resources is designed to provide guidance on democracy, voter rights, difficult dialogues, activism, and advocacy. The materials focus on fostering a more inclusive and informed civic environment, offering non-partisan tools to help you engage with critical issues from multiple angles.
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- Toolkit for Cooperative, Collective, & Collaborative Cultural Work by Press Press
A guide for collective processes centering the insights and contributions of community members in cultural work. - ACLU Know Your Rights
A comprehensive resource outlining your rights under the U.S. Constitution and how to exercise them. - Guides.vote – Nonpartisan Voter Guides
Nonpartisan voter guides that show where candidates stand on key issues, produced by veteran journalists to help voters make informed decisions. - All In Campus Democracy Challenge: Campus Action Plan Development
A resource to help campuses develop and implement nonpartisan democratic engagement action plans. - Better Discourse: A Guide for Bridging Campus Divides
A guide for fostering inclusive and constructive dialogue on campuses, helping students and staff navigate contentious conversations. - Democracy Beyond Elections
A national campaign focused on transformative democracy rooted in community-led decision-making, expanding civic engagement beyond just voting. - The American Association of Colleges and Universities' Democracy Re/Designed Toolkit
A toolkit to reimagine democracy through inclusive practices, designed to inspire deeper democratic engagement on college campuses. - The Art of Difficult Conversations by Harvard Business Review
Strategies for navigating challenging conversations in both professional and personal settings, ideal for use in student groups and activist circles. - Princeton Protests and Free Expression
A resource outlining Princeton University's policies and guidelines on protests and free expression, emphasizing the importance of free speech in activism. - Princeton Bridging Divides Initiative
A non-partisan research initiative that tracks and mitigates political violence in the U.S., with a focus on campus engagement. - Archiving Student Activism Toolkit
A toolkit for documenting and preserving student activism, ensuring that current social justice efforts are archived for future generations.
- Toolkit for Cooperative, Collective, & Collaborative Cultural Work by Press Press
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This toolkit comes from Living Room Conversations, an organization that offers models, toolkits, and resources for facilitated dialogue on a wide range of topics, including elections, social issues, and personal values. Whether you facilitate discussions regularly or simply enjoy engaging in meaningful conversations, this resource offers practical tools for approaching and navigating difficult dialogues. If you'd like to explore this resource further, we're happy to connect you with opportunities for deeper learning and community engagement.
Related Opportunities
The Reflection Toolkit is a great resource if you are looking to incorporate reflection into your programs and events.
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