Intergenerational Equity Framework
Our intergenerational equity framework provides a definition and five principles needed for building intergenerational equity in your community work.
Racial Equity
Everyday Democracy’s Statement on Anti-Asian Racism: Community Solidarity
We at Everyday Democracy sit with heavy hearts over the continuing anti-Asian violence that has been escalating across the nation during the last year. We mourn the deaths of the eight lives lost—six of whom were women of Asian descent - who were senselessly murdered on March 16 in Atlanta.
An Interview with Katie Zawacki, Executive Director of Points of Diversity
Katie Zawacki is the Executive Director of Points of Diversity in Roanoke, VA, the 2020 Paul J. Aicher Award winner.
Everyday Democracy Strengthening Democracy with New Nationwide Network "Anchor" Partner in Indiana
Everyday Democracy, a national organization that supports dialogue and community change to advance a more authentic, equitable, and participatory democracy, is pleased to announce its newest “Anchor Partner”– Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center Inc. – Indianapolis, In. Everyday Democracy Anchor Partners are leaders in addressing structural racism, engaging all different kinds of people in public dialogue, and linking dialogue to action and positive change. These partnerships advance effective work in communities working toward a vision of authentic democracy – one that values everyone’s voice and participation, and that works for all people.
Connecting Public Dialogue to Action and Change
Are you trying to make change in your community? This workbook will help you organize large-scale public dialogue, and it will help you connect the talk to action.
Equity in Criminal Justice and Strengthening Community Trust through Dialogue to Action
The Safety and Justice Challenge supported by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has been working with leaders across the country to tackle one of the greatest drivers of over-incarceration in America – the misuse and overuse of jails.
Everyday Democracy Busy in February, Early March
Everyday Democracy has been busy strengthening community engagement with nationwide training events focusing on criminal justice, intergenerational and racial equity.
An Update from Our Executive Director
We are with you in spirit at this uncertain and difficult time in our country and world. While our physical office is closed for the time being, we will continue connecting with you and finding ways to support you.
Black History Month - African Americans and the Vote
Carolyne Abdullah, who directs Everyday Democracy's Strengthening Democratic Capacity Team, recommends that we become more attentive to the possibilities and opportunities during these times of conflict and division that often lie just below the surface and to remember the aspirations of those who fought valiantly for the vote - oftentimes making the ultimate sacrifice. We can do no less.
Everyday Democracy's Institute for Community Change Leaders Convened in December for Intensive Training
In December 2019, community leaders and Everyday Democracy staff members came together in West Palm Beach, Florida for an Institute for Community Change Leaders (ICCL) intensive training.
As part of Everyday Democracy’s broader strategy to develop civic capacity and infrastructure across the U.S., ICCL supports the development of community engagement coaches and trainers who serve as change agents in their communities.
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Dialogue to Change
Our ultimate goal is to create positive community change that includes everyone, and our tools, advice, and resources foster that kind of change. Whether you’re grappling with a divisive community issue, or simply want to include residents’ voices in city government, Everyday Democracy's Dialogue to Change process, using a racial equity lens, can help.