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Asking "What Can I Do?" Here's a Place to Start
If you’ve ever thought, “Things could be better, but I’m not sure what I can do about it,” this post is for you. Ditto if people are asking you what they can do!


The Pro-Democracy Narrative Playbook
Advance a powerful pro-democracy narrative to counter authoritarian narratives and create a shared vision of democracy.


Stories from Real Life Podcast: Storytelling in Advocacy
Lessons from Texas, the transformative power of storytelling in advocacy, and seeking justice for all, with Melvin E. Edwards for his podcast, Stories From Real Life


The Democracy Audience Map
A research-based framework for reaching beyond "the choir" with messages about democracy and civic participation.


The Society We Deserve: Where Everyone Belongs and Everyone Can Thrive
What if it's not our differences but our distance that's fueling distrust and isolation?


From "Don't Look Up" to "Yes, I'll Show Up!" Public Engagement, Science, and Civic Power at 250 Years
How can community members shape conversations about science, technology, and public policy?


The Narratives of America Project
How can the stories you tell about America shape the future we build together? And how do they fit into a narrative - or even meta-narrative?


Protect them Twice: Real Messaging for Real Concerns About Gun Safety at Home
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in how you might be making assumptions that backfire in your outreach and communications


Using the Power of Story to Grow Democracy: Actionable Insights for Advocates
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in how stories - including from entertainment media - shape our views of government.


The Omnipresence of Love: How Deep Observation Can Change One’s Self and Surroundings
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in how to reconnect with themselves.


Building Civic Muscle with Civity: How Intentional Relationships Transform Communities
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in how to connect with other people and work together.


Creating New American Stories of Us: Fueling Civic Connection via Film
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in how culture, media, and storytelling can rebuild trust, identity, and civic participation.


America's Next 250: A Toolkit to be Part of What's Next
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in building their civic muscle in 2026.


Speaking Human-First Podcast: Storytelling for Social Change
What makes a story powerful enough to inspire action or influence policy?


Looking Ahead to 2026: Strategies for Bringing Americans Together
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in actionable ways to bring Americans together.


"What Can I Do?" I'm So Glad You Asked!
This webinar is ideal for anyone who worries that we aren't doing as well as we could be as a country.


Uncomfy Podcast: An Unexpected Conversation While Stuck on a Plane (Radical Curiosity)
Are you a "plane talker?" Piper is, even when the conversation gets "uncomfy," as she shared with Julie Rose in this podcast.


Balancing Engagement & Efficiency: Navigating AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Advocacy and Social Change Communications
Is AI enhancing your advocacy and social change communication - or replacing your human connection?


Truth in the Noise: Media Literacy for Changemakers in an Age of Misinformation
In a world flooded with clickbait headlines and deliberate deception, how can we be trusted messengers grounded in sound evidence?


Beyond Red & Blue: Communicating Across Political Divides
Are you a "Blue" wondering why your messages aren't reaching more "Reds"? Learn how language and empathetic communication can transform your advocacy.
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