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The collapse and revival of American community. Putnam shows how we have become increasingly disconnected from family, friends, neighbors, and social structures.
A powerful true story about the potential for mercy to redeem us, and a clarion call to fix our broken system of justice.
Poverty and profit in the American city. Follows eight families in Milwaukee as they struggle to keep a roof over their heads.
A forgotten history of how our government segregated America through deliberate policies.
How race still enslaves the American soul. An honest reckoning with what has failed in the struggle for racial equality.
Environmental racism, industrial pollution, and residential mobility. Examines environmental justice through the lens of race and community.
Mass incarceration in the age of colorblindness. A landmark work that has reshaped the national conversation about racial justice.
Life and death on a scorched planet. Essential reading for Houston residents facing extreme heat and climate change impacts.
How social infrastructure can help fight inequality, polarization, and the decline of civic life.
What racism costs everyone and how we can prosper together. Shows that racial equality is not a zero-sum game.
Anger and mourning on the American right. A sociologist embeds with Tea Party supporters in Louisiana to understand their worldview.
A memoir of growing up undocumented in America. A lyrical account of family, identity, and belonging.
Understand what Pillars of Support are with beginner resources, videos, templates and real-world case studies to learn from.
Stay updated with the latest resources added to help make activism smarter and stronger in your community.
Find contact information and social media for Australian Members of Parliament and Senators to reach out to your representatives.
This is a collection of family and parenting resources from the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley. The site offers research-based articles, videos, and guides to help parents and caregivers support their children at different stages. Topics include helping school-aged kids develop emotional skills, teaching teens to value diversity and bridge differences with others, and understanding how families can have better conversations across different viewpoints. The content covers parenting challenges from early childhood through the teenage years. Most resources are based on scientific research about child development, emotional intelligence, and family relationships. The site also explores how popular culture like movies and TV shows can teach us about empathy and understanding. All content is designed to help families build stronger relationships and raise children who can connect positively with others, even when they disagree. The resources are free to access and include practical tips parents can use right away. The organization believes that science can help families create more meaningful and connected lives together.
GiveWell is a charity research organization that helps donors find the most effective places to give money to save lives. This detailed guide explains how they calculate impact estimates for their recommended charities. They measure both outputs (like how many malaria nets are delivered) and outcomes (like how many lives are saved). For example, they estimate it costs $5,500 to save a life through malaria nets, $4,000 through malaria medication, $4,500 through vaccination incentives, and $3,500 through vitamin A supplements. The organization uses weighted averages based on actual grant data from 2022-2024. They emphasize being accurate and clear while avoiding false precision in their estimates. The guide covers their philosophy of transparency, how they generate impact estimates, what factors they consider, and how donors should interpret these numbers. GiveWell updates these estimates regularly and makes all their detailed calculations available in public spreadsheets. This resource helps donors understand how their charitable giving can have measurable, life-saving impact in global health programs.
Houston offers many advantages for businesses looking to save money on taxes and get help growing. Texas has no corporate or personal income tax, which means companies keep more of their money. Businesses can also get tax breaks on property, sales, and franchise taxes. The city and state offer special programs to help companies that create jobs or invest in the community. These include cash grants through the Texas Enterprise Fund, job training money through the Skills Development Fund, and federal programs like Opportunity Zones. Companies can get $5,000-$10,000 per new job created, and training grants average $1,800 per employee. Houston has over 40 designated Opportunity Zones where businesses can get federal tax credits. The state also offers programs for small businesses with under 100 employees, infrastructure funding for rural areas, and tuition waivers for employee families. These tax advantages and incentive programs help businesses lower their costs and compete better in the global market.
This resource from UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center provides research-backed information about empathy - the ability to understand and feel what others are experiencing. The site offers articles, quizzes, and practical tools to help people develop better empathy skills. Recent content explores how empathy works in different situations, from healthcare to schools to bridging political divides. The resource includes studies on how empathy and reasoning work together to help people, ways to listen with compassion to teenagers, and strategies for building understanding across urban-rural differences. It also covers related topics like self-compassion, emotional regulation, and how to create more caring environments in healthcare and education. The content is designed for anyone wanting to improve their relationships and understanding of others through science-based approaches.
Discover how Minneapolis communities organized powerful, creative and joyful resistance against ICE and authoritarianism.
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas offers many ways for people to donate money to help build affordable homes. You can give money to honor someone you love or remember someone who died. You can donate stocks and other investments. If your company matches donations, your gift can be doubled or tripled. Some companies also give money when their workers volunteer. You can plan to give money in your will or trust to help families for years to come. The organization builds homes for families who need affordable housing. They have offices in Conroe, Texas and a ReStore where people can buy donated items. All donations help families get safe, decent homes they can afford.
The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley offers a comprehensive guide to well-being through science-based research. This resource explores 14 key areas that help people live happier, more meaningful lives. Each area includes detailed explanations and interactive quizzes to help you understand yourself better. The topics cover altruism (helping others), awe (feeling wonder), bridging differences (connecting across divides), compassion, diversity, empathy, forgiveness, gratitude, happiness, intellectual humility, love, mindfulness, purpose, and social connection. Each section explains what research shows about these qualities and how they benefit both individuals and communities. The quizzes help you reflect on your own experiences and identify areas where you might want to grow. This is an excellent educational resource for anyone interested in personal development, mental health, or understanding what makes life meaningful. The content is based on scientific research but presented in an accessible way for general audiences.
The Greater Houston Community Foundation helps people donate money and other valuable things to help their community. You can give cash, stocks, real estate, business shares, art, jewelry, life insurance, or retirement money. Each type of gift has different tax benefits. Some gifts help right away, while others help after you pass away. The Foundation works with donors to pick the best way to give based on their money situation and what causes they care about. They accept many different types of donations so people can give in the way that works best for them. You need to follow IRS rules to get tax deductions for charitable gifts. The Foundation has advisors who help people understand their options and make the biggest impact with their giving.
Craig Freshley's Good Group Tips is a comprehensive resource featuring over 100 practical videos, handouts, and articles designed to help groups make better decisions, run more effective meetings, and improve communication. The collection covers essential skills like active listening, managing accountability, setting agendas with clear timeframes, building trust through alignment of words and actions, and creating inclusive conversations. Each tip focuses on specific challenges groups face, such as how to say no effectively, how to define problems clearly before solving them, and how to ensure all group members have access to agenda-setting processes. The resources are designed for anyone leading or participating in group decision-making, from community organizations to workplace teams. Freshley emphasizes practical techniques like formal commitment processes, alternative solution development, and emotional intelligence skills that help groups work together more productively. The materials are freely available and include both written guides and short instructional videos with captions for accessibility.
Perfect for beginners - learn the basics of activism, organizing and campaigning with carefully selected starter resources.
A collection of resources in Farsi/Persian language to help protesters, organizers and activists in Iran stay safe and organized.
Learn what noncooperation is, how to use it effectively, and see real examples from successful movements around the world.
Learn why protests work, how to stay safe, and step-by-step guidance for organizing effective protests in your community.
Hands Across the Hills offers free tools to help people have better conversations across differences. Their 231-page book shares lessons from a six-year project that brought people together from different backgrounds. The book includes practical training materials for leading dialogue sessions and building understanding between groups who disagree. Created by expert dialogue facilitator Paula Green, these tools have been used successfully around the world to help communities rebuild after conflict. The resources include guides on how dialogue is different from debate, ground rules for respectful conversations, and communication tips. There's also a recorded example dialogue session and links to other organizations working on bridging divides. Additional resources include guides from research centers on having constructive conversations about divisive topics, and materials specifically about discussing race. The organization also connects people to other groups like Braver Angels and Essential Partners that work on bringing divided communities together. All materials are available for free download, making these proven peacebuilding tools accessible to anyone wanting to improve dialogue in their community.
This book teaches people how to work together to make good decisions in groups. Written by Craig Freshley, who has helped many groups for years, it shows the best ways for teams, boards, and organizations to decide things together instead of competing against each other. The book covers how to run better meetings, listen well, solve problems when people disagree, and choose the right way to make decisions. It includes real examples and stories that make it easy to understand. The author believes that working together, not competing, is what will help groups succeed and solve big problems. This guide is especially helpful for nonprofit leaders, business managers, and anyone who works in groups and wants to learn how to make decisions that everyone can support. The book was named one of the best books of 2023 and is popular in airports across the country. It teaches specific skills like how to speak with purpose, prevent conflicts, and create a good group culture where everyone can contribute.
Learn effective campaign strategies and tactics from Zohran Mamdani's successful New York City mayoral race that inspired activists worldwide.
Ready-to-use templates, worksheets and checklists for campaign planning, strategy, organizing, messaging and more.
The ALICE Essentials Index shows that basic living costs like housing, childcare, and healthcare are rising faster than regular inflation. This creates challenges for working families who earn too much for government help but not enough to afford basic needs. The research helps communities understand and address financial hardship for 42% of U.S. households struggling to make ends meet.
This document explores two types of power that shape our lives and communities. Supremacist power seeks to control and dominate others, while liberatory power helps us create positive change and build stronger connections. Everyone can learn to use liberatory power to make better choices and build healthier relationships.
This handbook helps people build networks to create positive social change in their communities. It provides practical advice on how different organizations can work together to solve big problems more effectively than working alone. The guide offers tools and strategies for creating stronger connections between groups working toward similar goals.
This document shows how many people in Harris County have health insurance and what types of coverage they use. It helps us understand which communities have good access to healthcare and where more support might be needed. The information can guide efforts to connect more families with affordable health insurance options.
This guide helps people use respectful language when talking about hunger and food access. It shows better ways to talk about community members who need food support. The guide focuses on treating everyone with dignity and respect.
This helpful tool teaches people to recognize activities that give them energy (green activities) versus those that drain their energy (red activities). By tracking daily activities for a week, people can discover their personal strengths and find ways to use them more often. The exercise helps build self-awareness and create strategies for managing energy-draining tasks.
This guide teaches 9 simple techniques to help people communicate more clearly and confidently. The strategies include pausing before speaking, delivering main ideas quickly, and using stories to engage listeners. These skills help anyone become a better speaker and leader.
The Voting Rights Lab listened to 160 community groups across America to understand how to better support democracy. They found that democracy groups need to speak in clearer language and connect voting rights to everyday issues like housing and healthcare. The report shows how local communities are building stronger partnerships to protect voting rights.
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A collection of instructional videos that teach people how to do Free Listening in their communities. The videos cover the basics of listening skills, how to stay safe while listening to strangers, how to start your own Free Listening group, and tips for connecting with people. These videos help anyone learn how to offer free listening support to people in public spaces. All videos are available online for free and show real examples of Free Listening in action.
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This is a collection of recorded video discussions about fighting racism in America. The videos cover topics like making schools more diverse, creating fair colleges, and understanding money issues that affect Black families. Each conversation features experts who share their knowledge and experience. You can watch these videos anytime to learn about racism and how to fight it. The conversations help people understand how racism works and what they can do to create a more fair society.
Watch conversations with experts and thought leaders about antiracism. These videos help you learn about fighting racism in everyday life. You can watch past conversations anytime for free. The talks cover different topics about creating a more fair and equal America.
This is a policy document that outlines six conservative principles for America's future. It covers ideas about government, work, education, faith, America's role in the world, and unity. The document explains how these principles can help fix problems in American politics and bring communities together. Anyone can read it to learn about conservative ideas and how they might solve current challenges. You can also sign up to host or attend discussions about these ideas.
This video teaches 9 simple strategies for talking about politics without getting into fights or arguments. Learn how to have calm, respectful conversations about political topics. The video is created by Neil Parmar and shows practical ways to discuss important issues without anger or fear. Anyone can watch and learn these helpful communication skills.
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Learn about The 5% Project's mission and values through welcome videos and written statements from the co-founders. Get to know what the organization stands for, what they want to achieve, and how they work to create positive change in communities. This includes a welcome video from co-founder Glenda Fralin, a video about what The 5% Project is and isn't by co-founder William Silvaneus, and written statements about their goals and vision for change.
A collection of educational videos and documents to help people learn about politics, the Constitution, and how to have better political conversations. Topics include understanding moral foundations in politics, finding your political voice, talking about politics without anger, and how political systems work. These resources help people become more informed citizens and engage in healthier political discussions.
A collection of books, articles, and research papers about dialogue, conflict resolution, and peacebuilding. Includes guides on how to have better conversations, studies from different countries, and tools for facilitators. Some resources are free to read online, while others cost money to buy. Perfect for students, teachers, community leaders, and anyone who wants to learn how to help people solve problems together peacefully.
An award-winning podcast made by teens for teens about real teen life. Each episode covers topics like success, friendship, mental health, and what it means to be American. Features interviews with celebrities like LeBron James and experts who help teens. Has 6 seasons with episodes you can listen to anytime on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or RSS. Also includes classroom resources for teachers.
Watch news stories made by high school students that were shown on PBS NewsHour. These videos show how young people can create professional news reports about important topics in their communities. Students and teachers can watch these examples to learn how to make their own news stories and understand current events from a youth perspective.
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Watch news stories made by students from high schools and middle schools across the country. These young reporters cover important topics in their communities and share their stories through videos. You can browse reports by school to see what students are talking about in different places. This collection shows how young people can be journalists and tell stories that matter to them and their communities.
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A collection of thousands of real stories from everyday Americans sharing their experiences, wisdom, and memories. You can listen to short audio stories (2-4 minutes) or longer podcasts (10-20 minutes) about love, family, challenges, and life lessons. Stories are organized by location, topic collections like Military Voices and Justice Project, and year. All stories are free to listen to online and help you learn about different perspectives and experiences from people across America.
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A guide that explains six key building blocks that help state policy organizations become more effective at changing laws and policies. The guide covers state think tanks, political capacity, legal capacity, voter insights, media and investigative journalism, and leadership academies. It shows how these tools work together to create lasting change in state governments. The resource includes examples of successful policy wins in areas like education reform, tax cuts, and government transparency. It's designed for organizations that want to build stronger advocacy capabilities and achieve better results in state-level policy work.
A collection of research papers from Stanford's Politics and Social Change Lab. These papers study how people interact in groups, what affects political opinions, and ways to reduce conflict between different groups. Topics include AI simulations of people, reducing prejudice, climate activism, and democracy. Each paper includes research findings that help us understand social and political issues better. The papers are written by university researchers and cover current social science topics.
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This is a collection of research studies about democracy, politics, and how to reduce conflict between different groups. Stanford researchers share their findings on topics like climate change messaging, reducing political anger, fighting fake news, and strengthening democracy. The studies include research papers, policy briefs, and press coverage. Anyone can read these to learn about what works to bring people together and solve social problems.
A free toolkit that teaches newsrooms and journalists how to use Dialogue Journalism to bring divided communities together for respectful conversations. Dialogue Journalism is a 7-step method that helps people on opposite sides of issues talk to each other with facts and respect. The toolkit explains how to find divided communities, start conversations, and use fact-based reporting to support dialogue. It includes examples, methods for moderation, and ways to build trust between journalists and communities. Available as a downloadable PDF book plus online resources.
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This podcast teaches people about compassionate listening and building meaningful connections. Each episode features conversations with guests who share stories about listening, mental health, community building, and personal growth. The podcast helps people learn how to be better listeners and create stronger relationships. New episodes come out regularly and you can subscribe to get them automatically. All episodes are free to listen to online.
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A collection of videos, podcasts, and articles that teach about information literacy and community organizing. Watch videos about how Society Library works, listen to podcast interviews with their team, and read articles about online information and protests. These resources help you understand how to spot fake news, think critically about what you read online, and get involved in your community. All content is free to access anytime.
Real stories showing how Smart Conversations training helped companies solve problems and improve teamwork. These case studies show how better communication helped a big engineering company fix broken relationships between managers and become more profitable. They also show how Massachusetts helped thousands of government workers get ready for leadership roles. These examples help you understand how communication training can work for your organization too.
A free podcast that shares stories about connecting with others and building community. Host Traci Ruble, a therapist and founder of Sidewalk Talk, interviews guests about listening, mental wellness, and creating belonging. Episodes come out twice a month and cover topics like working with difficult people, being present, friendship, and healing. You can listen on podcast apps or get email updates about new episodes.
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A 5-week live training specifically for couples. Learn to stay calm when triggered, break painful communication patterns, and reconnect with your partner and yourself.
A 5-week live online training with 11 modules. Learn to listen without fixing, understand body reactions, set boundaries, and stay centered during stress. Perfect for therapists, leaders, and coaches.
Training to help you listen to people whose beliefs are very different from yours. Includes conversation guides, empathy exercises, and real stories of transformation across political and social divides.
An 8-module online course that teaches heart-centered listening skills. Learn to stop judging and fixing, build confidence in difficult moments, and support people in crisis. Suggested donation of $30.
A free 32-minute online training that teaches you how to set up your own sidewalk listening experience and how to help someone in crisis. Includes a downloadable PDF guide.
A collection of free toolkits, guides, reports, and webinars to help organizations start service year programs and support young people in national service. Includes resources for recruiting volunteers, engaging communities, supporting corps members, and connecting service to career paths. All materials are downloadable and designed for program managers, nonprofit leaders, and service year organizations.
This resource explains what a service year is - a paid chance to learn real-world skills while helping your community. Service years are for people after high school or college who want to gain work experience, learn new skills, or find a new career path. There are thousands of these opportunities across America with different time commitments and focus areas. All service years pay you while you serve and can change your life.
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SERVE is a training program that teaches you how to talk with people who disagree with you. You'll learn the SERVE framework to have better conversations about difficult topics. The course teaches self-awareness, listening skills, and curiosity. You can become a trainer yourself and teach others. You get a digital certificate when you finish. There are also quarterly meetings with other participants. Custom workshops are available for groups and organizations.
Free online seminars for church leaders and pastors who want to improve their preaching and leadership skills. Learn about ethical leadership, how to use powerful language in sermons, and how to address today's social issues from a faith perspective. Taught by college professors and experienced church leaders. Registration is required for upcoming seminars.
The Black Church Leadership Program offers courses taught by pastors and professors on topics like theology, ethics, African American history, preaching, and social justice. Classes cover contextual theology, prophetic preaching, church administration, and leadership skills. The program trains faith leaders to serve marginalized communities and work for social change. Course topics include African-centered worldview, black church history, practical theology, and ministry-life balance. Check their website for current course offerings and descriptions.
This is a collection of books, articles, and tools to help people learn about racial reconciliation, diversity, inclusion, and gender equity. It includes recommended reading lists with books by experts like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. scholars and diversity researchers. The page also has assessment tools to help organizations check how well they serve people from different cultures and backgrounds. All resources focus on building understanding between different groups of people and creating more fair and inclusive communities.
A collection of books written by Psychology of Technology Institute researchers about how technology affects our minds and behavior. These books cover topics like digital exhaustion, AI vs human thinking, attention spans, social media psychology, moral decision-making, and data analysis. The books help people understand how technology impacts mental health, relationships, and decision-making. You can learn about managing screen time, understanding social media effects, and making better choices with technology in your daily life.
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A collection of articles, videos, and discussion guides to help teachers and librarians lead civil conversations about current events. Includes resources on topics like Ukraine, elections, police in schools, and Kyle Rittenhouse case. Provides suggested questions and tips for hosting respectful discussions in classrooms and libraries across America.
This guide teaches teachers and librarians how to run civic discussions in their classrooms or libraries. It shows you step-by-step how to get students talking about important issues in a respectful way. You'll learn how to prepare, set ground rules, involve students as leaders, and connect with your community. The guide includes tips for getting administrator support, using social media, and helping students take action on issues they care about. Perfect for any educator who wants to help students practice democracy and critical thinking.
A podcast episode where Rabbi Shai Held talks with Krista Tippett about how love is central to Judaism. They discuss his book 'Judaism is About Love' and explore how love can help us build better relationships with neighbors, strangers, and even enemies. This conversation was recorded live at the Hadar Institute in Manhattan. You can listen online for free to learn about Jewish teachings on love and how they apply to our world today.
A curated collection of the most beloved On Being podcast episodes, perfect for people new to the show. Features conversations with poets, scientists, and thinkers like Mary Oliver, John O'Donohue, Isabel Wilkerson, and Jane Goodall. Each episode explores big questions about meaning, beauty, nature, humanity, and how we live together. All episodes are free to listen to and include full transcripts. Great starting point to discover thoughtful conversations about life's deepest questions.
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This FAQ page answers common questions about Mormon Women for Ethical Government (MWEG). It explains what MWEG does, their values, and how they work. You can learn about their focus areas like democracy, immigration, environment, and family health. The page also explains their nonpartisan approach and funding sources. This is helpful if you want to understand MWEG better or are thinking about getting involved.
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A collection of educational articles about rethinking education, democracy, and civic learning, plus quizzes on topics like American government, history, health, and environment. Learning Life believes learning should happen throughout life, not just in school. Their articles explore how to create better learning communities that help people become informed citizens. The quizzes cover important topics like the U.S. Constitution, climate change, nutrition, and local history. All materials are free to read online and help people learn about issues that affect their daily lives.
The Kansas Leadership Center sells books, videos, guides, and other materials to help people learn about leadership. Their main book 'When Everyone Leads' is a national bestseller that teaches a new way to think about leadership. The store also has The Journal magazine, quick guides, PDFs, and videos. These materials help people develop leadership skills for their communities, workplaces, and personal growth.
This educational resource explains why America needs to fix its money problems right away instead of waiting. It shows how waiting longer makes the problem much harder and more expensive to solve. The page teaches about national debt, Social Security challenges, and why quick action leads to better choices. It uses simple math examples to show how delaying action by 5 or 10 years makes solutions much costlier. The resource helps people understand why addressing fiscal challenges now protects future opportunities for education, jobs, and retirement security.
This FAQ page answers common questions about FeelReal's social learning groups called Gatherings. You can learn what FeelReal does, how their support groups work, who can join, and what to expect. The page explains their 'pay-what-you-feel' pricing, safety guidelines, and different ways to get involved. It also clarifies that these groups are for wellness and connection, not therapy. Perfect for anyone curious about joining their community support circles.
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This FAQ page answers common questions about the Building Civic Bridges Act, a bipartisan bill that would create an Office of Civic Bridgebuilding within AmeriCorps. The office would give grants to programs that help people from different backgrounds talk together and find common ground. Learn what the bill would do, why it's needed, and who supports it. The page includes links to the official bill text, one-page summaries, and lists of supporting organizations.
A podcast that shares conversations with experts about leadership, emotional intelligence, and workplace skills. Each episode features thought leaders who give practical advice on handling social challenges, building better teams, and creating positive work environments. Topics include decision-making, trust, psychological safety, racial literacy, creativity, and collaboration. The podcast helps people learn how to be better leaders and create more caring workplaces.
Training sessions that teach people how to hold story circles in their communities. Story circles help people share their experiences, listen to others, and find common ground. This tradition comes from civil rights and populist movements and helps bring communities together.
BreakBread World is a card game that helps families, friends, and coworkers have deeper conversations during meals. The set includes 44 pages of guides, 36 conversation prompts, 16 conversation starter cards, and 6 guideline cards. These tools help people move past small talk and build stronger relationships by asking meaningful questions and sharing thoughtful answers. Perfect for family dinners, friend gatherings, or workplace meals where people want to connect better.
This is a fun card game that helps families talk and connect better. It has 500 questions that help kids and parents share what they're thinking with each other. The game creates open conversations between family members of all ages. It comes with cards, a die, and a special box. Parents can use this to bond with their teens and kids instead of just watching them play video games or be on their phones. The game helps families understand each other better and have real conversations.
This is a card game that helps families and friends have respectful conversations about politics and religion. The game includes 500 questions on 100 cards that guide discussions about important beliefs and values. It teaches people how to listen to different viewpoints without getting angry or defensive. The game comes with a die, warm-up cards, and a keepsake box. Players can practice the art of conversation and learn to understand each other better, even when they disagree. It's designed to be played at home around the dinner table or anywhere people want to connect through meaningful dialogue.
This card game helps people have meaningful conversations about life, values, and different viewpoints. It includes 500 open-ended questions that range from funny to deep and thought-provoking. Players can use it alone for self-reflection or with family and friends to learn about each other and build stronger relationships. The game comes with 100 cards, 5 warm-up cards, 1 die, and a keepsake box. It's designed to help people share perspectives and understand how others see the world.
A guide that explains how AR-GO's online authentic relating events work. Learn about community guidelines, what authentic relating means, online event rules, and how to participate safely. Answers common questions about connecting with others in virtual spaces. Helps people understand what to expect before joining events.
Get answers to common questions about the American Exchange Project. This FAQ page helps students, parents, teachers, host families, volunteers, and donors understand how the program works. Find information about participating in free cultural exchange adventures, hosting students, volunteering, and supporting the program. The FAQs are organized by different groups of people to make it easy to find the answers you need.
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These yearly reports show how Lone Star Legal Aid helps people with legal problems. Each report shares data, stories, and results from their work. You can see how many cases they closed, which communities they served, and how they helped people get justice in Texas and Arkansas. The reports help you understand how civil legal aid changes people's lives.
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A collection of free legal guides, videos, and tools to help people solve legal problems on their own. The library has resources in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese covering topics like housing, disasters, school rights, identity theft, divorce, and more. You can find step-by-step guides, instructional videos, and self-help tools to create legal documents. Many resources help with common problems like eviction, mortgage troubles, and insurance claims after disasters.
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A collection of helpful guides and tools for UC Berkeley students who want to get involved in community service and social justice work. The main resource is a downloadable Student Toolkit that gives student leaders tools and resources for taking action in their communities. The center also provides different resources organized by who you are - undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, staff, community members, and alumni. These resources help people plan and carry out community engagement projects effectively.
A collection of learning materials about environmental justice at UC Berkeley. This resource hub helps students learn about environmental fairness and how pollution affects different communities. It includes an Environmental Justice Toolkit with helpful information and training materials. Students can also connect with the Decolonial Environmental Network to learn more about environmental issues from different cultural viewpoints.
The Ecology Center offers free downloadable factsheets to help people live more environmentally friendly lives. These guides cover topics like home energy saving, composting, gardening, pest control, recycling, and climate change. Many are available in Spanish. The factsheets give step-by-step instructions and tips for making your home and lifestyle more sustainable. You can download any of them for free from their website. They also provide helpful links to other resources on topics like zero waste, electrification, sustainable gardening, and energy conservation.
Free downloadable fact sheets and helpful links on environmental topics. Learn about composting, energy saving, climate change, recycling, gardening, and healthy living. Get tips for reducing plastic use, controlling pests safely, and making your home more eco-friendly. All resources are free and written to help families make better choices for the environment and their health.
A collection of free educational handouts and guides about helping the environment in the Bay Area. The materials cover water conservation, creek protection, native plants, gardening, and climate change. You can download PDFs on topics like saving water, finding local nature areas, planting native plants, and reducing pollution. These resources help people learn simple ways to protect creeks, conserve water, and enjoy nature in Berkeley and nearby cities. All materials are free to use and share with others.
A collection of historic maps, aerial photos, and images showing how East Bay shorelines, creeks, and landscapes have changed since the 1850s. The maps show areas like Berkeley, Albany, and El Cerrito from 1853 to 1942, including how the San Francisco Bay shoreline was filled in over time. You can see old creek paths, railroad development, and how cities grew after the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Each map has details about what was happening during that time period. The page is still being updated with more images and better source information.
This toolkit teaches communities how to create laws that reduce single-use cups, plates, and containers. It shows how Berkeley passed the first-of-its-kind law in 2019 to make restaurants use reusable dishes for customers eating inside and charge fees for disposable cups. The toolkit includes step-by-step guides, lessons learned, and tips for working with local businesses and city councils. It helps activists, community groups, and city leaders understand how to reduce plastic waste and litter in their own towns by following Berkeley's successful example.
A library of research papers, reports, and studies about East Bay creeks and waterways. These documents help people understand creek restoration, flood risks, and environmental planning in Berkeley, Albany, and El Cerrito. The collection includes historical studies, government reports, restoration plans, and environmental impact studies. Perfect for students, researchers, community members, and anyone interested in local waterway health and restoration projects.
A collection of educational materials about the natural and human history of East Bay creeks. Includes handouts from nature walks, flyers about creek wildlife and plants, historic maps showing how creeks have changed over time, and guides to invasive plants. These resources help people learn about local watersheds, native plants, wildlife, and how the landscape has changed since the 1800s. Perfect for students, nature lovers, and anyone curious about local creek history.
A collection of educational resources about recycling, waste reduction, and zero waste living. Includes guides on what can be recycled, information about chemicals and plastics, policy reports, and links to organizations working on waste issues. Covers topics like extended producer responsibility, clean production, and PVC plastic problems. Helps people learn how to reduce waste and understand environmental policies.
Learn about the problems with plastic waste and how to reduce plastic in your daily life. This resource explains why most plastics don't get recycled, which plastics are toxic, and gives you practical tips to use less plastic. You can download fact sheets, watch educational videos, and read research reports about plastic pollution. The information helps families, students, and anyone who wants to understand plastic recycling myths and make better choices for the environment.
This FAQ page answers common questions about Center for Independent Living services for people with disabilities. It explains how to get services, what programs they offer, who they help, and that all services are free. You can learn about their peer support, housing help, assistive technology, job training, and wheelchair repair. The page tells you about office hours, how to make appointments, and how to become a consumer to access all programs.
Research study about building affordable housing near public transportation to help families access jobs and services.
Report about creating neighborhoods where all families can be healthy and successful.
Research report sharing five key ways to make bigger impact in community development and affordable housing work.
Explains what RCD does to help families find affordable housing and build better communities.
Shows RCD's work in 2022 helping families find affordable housing and build stronger communities.
Shows RCD's work in 2023 helping families find affordable housing and build stronger communities.
Shows RCD's work in 2024 helping families find affordable housing and build stronger communities.
A collection of reports and resources about affordable housing and community development. Includes yearly impact reports showing RCD's work helping families find homes. Also has research studies about building healthy neighborhoods and connecting housing to public transportation. These reports help people understand housing issues and solutions in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Voting Rights Lab talked with 160 community organizations across the country to understand how to strengthen democracy work. They found that democracy groups need to connect better with local communities and speak in language people understand. The report shows how working together on everyday issues like housing and healthcare can help protect voting rights.
Voting Rights Lab talked with 160 community organizations across the country to learn about democracy work. They found that democracy groups need to connect better with local communities and speak in everyday language. The report shares ideas for building stronger partnerships between different types of organizations.
About 1 in 5 Houston-area residents used a predatory lending product in the past year, often to cover basic needs like rent and groceries. This Kinder Institute research brief examines payday loans, auto title loans, and other high-cost financial products that trap families in debt cycles.
This report shows that 43% of Texas families struggle to afford basic needs like housing and food, even when they work full-time jobs. While wages have grown for some jobs, the costs of living have grown even faster. Many working families earn too much to get help but not enough to get by.
Researchers created and tested a new 10-item scale to measure social isolation in India. Social isolation means being cut off from others and avoiding social activities, which can lead to anxiety and sadness. This new tool helps organizations understand and support employees who feel disconnected from their community.
This guide teaches the difference between two types of power. Supremacist power tries to control others, while liberatory power helps us create what we want. Everyone can learn to use liberatory power to build stronger relationships and communities.
Researchers studied how people from different income levels become friends using Facebook data. They found that making cross-class friendships depends on both having opportunities to meet people from different backgrounds and people's willingness to form those friendships. Understanding these patterns helps communities build stronger connections between people of all income levels.
This document appears to be related to annual review processes. However, the provided text is too brief to extract meaningful details about specific programs, services, or community resources.
This document shows different levels of financial well-being, from crisis to wealth. It explains how government benefits can help families meet basic needs but sometimes create barriers to building long-term financial stability. The guide highlights tools that communities can use to measure and support family economic growth.
More in Common works to bring people together by studying what divides communities and finding shared values. They help organizations understand different groups of people better, especially those who feel left out. Their goal is to create stronger, more united communities where everyone belongs.
This research guide helps people understand how certain political movements use fear and division to gain power in democratic countries. It explains how these movements combine populist ideas with authoritarian tactics to influence voters and weaken democratic institutions. The guide offers tools and strategies for civic leaders working to strengthen democracy and build inclusive communities.
This research report shows that Americans want to meet people who are different from themselves but face barriers in their daily lives. The study explores how communities can create more opportunities for people to connect across racial, economic, and political differences. It offers practical strategies to help strengthen communities and reduce social isolation.
Researchers studied the wealth gap between Black and white Americans over 160 years. They found that while the gap got smaller quickly after the Civil War, progress has slowed down since 1950. Today, white families still have about 6 times more wealth than Black families because they started with much more money after slavery ended.
The White House launched a plan to end hunger and help all Americans eat healthier by 2030. The strategy brings together government, businesses, and communities to make healthy food easier to get and afford. This plan focuses on preventing diet-related diseases and making sure everyone has access to nutritious food and places to be active.
This document shows a plan to bring communities together and reduce conflict across the country. The strategy focuses on building skills, working with different groups like schools and businesses, and creating local programs that help people connect better with each other.
Food banks started with the goal to end hunger by sharing extra food with people who need it. However, food insecurity is more complex - families must choose between buying food or paying for rent, medicine, and other basic needs. This income gap creates health problems because nutritious food costs more than processed food, making it harder for low-income families to stay healthy.
This guide from the U.S. Surgeon General shows how sharing food can build stronger friendships and fight loneliness. It offers simple ideas for bringing people together through meals, snacks, and cooking. The book includes real stories from people who created meaningful connections by sharing food with others.
This research report explores how Americans can build stronger communities by connecting with people who have different backgrounds and beliefs. The study finds that most Americans want to meet people different from themselves and see value in these connections. The report offers practical strategies for creating more opportunities for meaningful connections in daily life.
The Change Lab launched in 2025 to help neighbors connect and create positive change in their communities. In six months, they built strong partnerships, completed important training programs, and started creating The Change Engine - a platform to make civic participation easier for everyone. They are preparing to launch this civic dashboard in 2026 with 164 focus areas to help people find ways to help their community.
This research study explores how Texans feel about change and identity. The report finds that despite different views, Texans share strong common values and a unique Texas DNA that includes love of freedom, equality, and seeing Texas as home for everyone. Seven different groups of Texans were identified, but all share core values that can help bring the state together.
A major new 25-year study shows that many Americans lack strong social connections, which are as important for health as exercise and good nutrition. The survey found that people with strong relationships live longer and healthier lives. This research will help communities understand and improve how people connect with each other across the country.
Houston researchers studied how feeling connected to others affects adults' happiness and success. They found that people who feel welcomed and supported in their community have better life satisfaction, clearer goals, and more confidence in their abilities. This research helps Houston leaders understand how to build stronger communities.
Houston's diversity and affordability attract Asian residents, but economic inequality persists within the community. Based on surveys of 2,500 Asian American residents, this study provides the most comprehensive look at Houston's Asian population to date.
About 4 in 10 Asian residents in Houston reported experiencing discrimination in the past year. This Kinder Institute research documents the types and frequency of discrimination faced by Houston's Asian American community across employment, housing, and public life.
Early results from the Kinder Institute Housing Quality Registry show widespread issues with water quality, water damage, and window insulation in Houston rental housing. The registry is the first systematic effort to measure housing conditions across the city.
A 2023 partnership study between the Kinder Institute and the Houston Fire Department examining safety concerns, organizational culture, and ongoing challenges facing firefighters. The research aims to improve working conditions and department safety protocols.
Food-insecure families in Houston are more than twice as likely to report poor health outcomes. This Kinder Institute study maps the intersection of hunger and health across Harris County, showing how lack of access to nutritious food drives higher rates of chronic disease.
Work-life balance, compensation, and job satisfaction are the top priorities for Houston-area workers, according to Kinder Institute research. The study examines what drives career changes and what workers value most in the region's evolving economy.
Ever wonder who decides what happens in your neighborhood? You do — once you know how. This path shows you how your city works, who your leaders are, and how to make your voice count. With videos, music, and real stories from Houston.
Did you know there are programs that can help with food, healthcare, housing, and more? This path shows you what's available, if you qualify, and exactly how to apply. No confusing forms — just clear steps.
You have rights — as a renter, a worker, and a person. This path teaches you what they are and how to use them. With real-life examples, short videos, and links to free legal help in Houston.
Taking care of your health shouldn't be confusing. This path teaches you how to find a doctor, understand insurance, take care of your mental health, and eat well — even on a budget. All in plain language with Houston resources.
Money can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be scary. This path teaches you how to budget, save, build credit, and plan for the future — one step at a time. With videos, tools, and music to keep you motivated.
Want to change something in your community? This path shows you how. Learn to bring people together, plan campaigns, run meetings, and build power — the way real organizers do it.
Houston has some big environmental challenges — flooding, air quality, extreme heat. This path helps you understand what's going on and what you can do to protect your family, your neighborhood, and our planet.
If you or someone you love is navigating immigration, this path is for you. Learn about visas, your rights, where to get help, and how Houston's immigrant communities have shaped this city.
This path is for people who want to change the rules — not just follow them. Learn how laws are made, how to speak at hearings, build alliances, and run real advocacy campaigns.
Your neighborhood has a story, and you can help write the next chapter. This path teaches you how Houston neighborhoods work, how to get things done through city hall, and how to lead with your community.