Online Resources
Websites:
Core Resources:
In This Together
A campaign launched in 2020 to mobilize a cross-partisan "silenced majority" around climate change and democracy, aiming to build a grassroots base of 5 million people channeled into 10+ partner NGOs and media organizations.
https://inthistogetheramerica.org/
Leaving MAGA
A nonprofit that helps people leave the MAGA movement, publishes first-person testimonials, and runs a support group for reconciliation with friends and family. A values-aligned, personal resource rather than a neutral facilitation tool.
Proven Methods:
Living Room Conversations
A nonprofit providing free, structured conversation guides that help small groups hold respectful, meaningful conversations across political and social divides, in person or online. Founded in 2010; 150+ guides in use.
https://livingroomconversations.org/
Healthy Democracy Project
A Transpartisan Alliance operated by the Bridge Alliance Education Fund, the Healthy Democracy Project unites 90+ ideologically diverse civic organizations working outside party lines to strengthen democracy and civic engagement — one of two flagship programs, alongside The Fulcrum.
https://www.bridgealliance.us/
Co-Intelligence Institute
Founded by Tom Atlee in 1996 to promote "co-intelligence" — collective wisdom, co-creativity, and collaborative governance. Curates case studies and shares tools for tackling complex shared challenges. Cofounded "Citizen Assembly" methods. Authored Wise Democracy pattern language.
https://www.co-intelligence.institute/
Professional Associations / Resource Collections:
National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation
A network of hundreds of individuals and organizations bringing people together across divides for productive dialogue and public engagement, formed in 2002. Resource clearinghouse and community hub, with biennial national conferences and an extensive online resource center of guides and case studies.
International Association for Public Participation
A global professional association promoting and improving the practice of public participation and community engagement between institutions and the public. Known for its widely used Spectrum of Public Participation, plus certification and training standards for practitioners worldwide.
https://www.iap2.org/mpage/Home
Yale Center for Environmental Communication
A nonpartisan, multimedia climate news service from Yale, directed by Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz, operating since 2007. Daily radio programming plus articles, videos, and webinars connecting climate change to health, the economy, and national security.
https://yaleclimateconnections.org/
YouTube:
Recurring Commentaries:
Heather Cox Richardson
Robert Reich
Notable Talks:
Joan C. Williams
Daron Acemoglu