Resources for Healing the Divide
Between Groups
How to Get People to Talk to One Another Again? Citizens’ Assemblies
This interview explores the role that citizens’ assemblies play in gaining consensus on issues. Countries from Ireland to Mongolia have used these groups of representative citizens to discuss issues in a structured way. Some of these have led to policy changes. Jane Mansbridge, Harvard Professor and author of “Beyond Adversary Democracy,” thinks that, while there are obstacles to implementing them, citizens’ assemblies can support democracies.
Should We Cancel Political Parties?
Throughout the world, traditional political organizations are increasingly seen as dysfunctional. But can democracies live without them? This article explores that question.
The Secret to Better Storytelling for Social Change: Better Partnerships
No single organization or individual can pull off an effective storytelling campaign alone. Reaping the benefits of storytelling requires building better partnerships between three important players.
Donna and Bob – An Unlikely Friendship
Between Individuals
Finding the Right Messenger for Your Message
Trusted messengers are important to the success of any advocacy campaign. This article explores eight archetypes and four audience contexts to help organizers find the right ones.
Forging the Divide: How to Win an Argument
Win an argument by understanding the other person’s perspective, reflecting it back (even elaborating on it), and then presenting your perspective. Jordan Peterson explains.
In This New Year, Can We Change More Than Ourselves?
Changing others begins with changing ourselves. This is a good place to start.
Messaging Tools for Bridging the Divide
Messaging Tools for Progressives
Messaging This Moment
Here’s a great guide to creating messages with impact with tactics and examples. It includes charts showing how to substitute general for more specific language to make messages more relevant to people.
From the Kitchen Table to the Whole House
This messaging guide from Way to Win and ASO Communications focuses on helping Progressives to mobilize people with a message about creating a better life.
Dems Make Life Better Conversation Guide
Check out these guidelines and tips for meaningful conversations.
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