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If a nationwide authoritarian transition were to take hold, would our communities be ready to resist? A 2022 study by Erica Chenoweth and Zoe Marks outlines how pro-democracy movements in the U.S. can build resilience against rising authoritarianism. Their research highlights a bold, four-pronged strategy: ???? Form multiracial, cross-class coalitions to contest power and push for reform. ????Protect local communities by creating alternative institutions and leadership. ????Apply economic and labor pressure to weaken authoritarian alliances. ???? Build organized resistance to counter state and paramilitary violence. ?? Check out the full report and recommendations: #ProDemocracy #SocialJustice

Feeling overwhelmed in this post-election moment? We’re stepping into unknown territory where every move matters. Whether it's combating disinformation, building solidarity, or on-the-ground organizing, there’s work to be done—and you are part of it. Convergence has compiled a list of must-have resources to help you navigate these crucial moments. Check out the full resource list and see how you can contribute to a stronger, more united movement. ?? #Democracy #CollectivePower

“PTSD, in many ways, works like a time machine,” explains healing justice practitioner Chiara Galimberti. It pulls us back to pain, forcing us to relive moments of harm. But within those moments, there’s also an opportunity: to decide how we’ll show up—for ourselves, for each other, and for the movements that demand real change. In this powerful episode of Movement Memos: A Truthful Podcast, host Kelly Hayes speaks with radical therapist Dorian Ortega and healing justice practitioners Tanuja Jagernauth and Chiara Galimberti about trauma and the transformative tools we can use to heal. ?? Healing can fuel liberation. Here’s now: #CollectiveHealing #RestorativeJustice

They want us isolated. We choose to organize. Under the current administration, , communities aren’t just marginalized—they’re targeted. Immigrants, refugees, Muslims, LGBTQ+, and Black communities face escalating threats, while mass incarceration and criminalization tighten their grip. Silence won’t protect us. Organizing will. The Community Defense Zone Starter Guide is your blueprint to resist, defend, and transform where you live, work, and pray. Built from the lessons of organizers in the most hostile conditions, this guide gives you adaptable strategies to: ???? Unite your community around shared values. ???? Create sanctuary that redefines safety and justice. ???? Build campaigns that reach beyond your usual circles. The time to act is now. Download the guide and take the first step toward reclaiming your community: https://lnkd.in/gSb6BCjG #CommunityDefense #OrganizeNow #ResistHate

“These attacks are not random explosions of frustrated or economically excluded populists, but the deliberate work of various networks of philanthropic actors.” More than $1 billion a year. That’s what 250 plus right-wing nonprofits spent between 2015 and 2021 to systematically dismantle our democracy. These coordinated efforts aim to roll back progress in racial, gender, and economic justice—undermining the very foundations of a fair and just society. So how do we fight back? It starts with exposing the forces at work. ?? Discover how right-wing donors use philanthropy to consolidate power—and what grassroots organizations are doing to resist: #SocialJustice #RacialEquity #GrassrootsAction

They want us disoriented, divided, and drained. Don’t let them win. Trump's victory signals more than just political change—it’s a stark reminder that authoritarianism thrives on fear, isolation, and chaos. The question is: How do we resist without burning out? This isn’t about partisan politics; it’s about reclaiming your power and staying grounded in turbulent times. To fight effectively, we must anchor ourselves in strength and clarity. ????Trust yourself; ????Find others you trust; ????Find your path These are just some of the ways you can prepare for the battles ahead—and there’s a whole lot more you can do. ?? Read the full guide: #Resilience #SocialChange

In just 30 years, two-thirds of Supreme Court rulings involving Indigenous tribes have gone against tribal sovereignty. Cases like Oliphant v. Suquamish and City of Sherrill v. Oneida Nation have stripped away protections, leaving Native communities exposed to violence, environmental damage, and systemic injustice. While victories like McGirt v. Oklahoma show progress, the Supreme Court's increasing politicization continues to undermine tribal rights—threatening justice for all. ?? Indigenous sovereignty is a fight for democracy itself. Learn more about the stakes in this article from Truthout: https://lnkd.in/eFpz9tv7 #IndigenousSovereignty #SupremeCourt #LandBack

"Without community, there is no liberation...but community must not mean a shedding of our differences, nor the pathetic pretense that these differences do not exist." - Audre Lorde Racial Equity Tools will continue to support individuals and groups working to advance racial equity and justice on every level - systems, organizations, communities, and the culture at large. We will continue to provide tools, research, tips, and curricula for individuals and groups working to build their knowledge and to support those working for racial justice. We will continue to curate resources that use language and analysis that reflect an understanding of systemic racism, power, and privilege. Read our full message and resources: https://lnkd.in/eerUbkYu

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Alta Starr reminds us: "Liberation requires us to become aware of and dismantle the inevitable ways systems of domination live in us." For true, lasting social change, we need to address trauma at every level - personal, interpersonal, organizational, and societal. Our Addressing Trauma & Healing page offers meaningful resources to support the path to healing ?? By building self-awareness, reclaiming our bodies, and connecting authentically with others, we can cultivate a foundation of trust, accountability, and choice - allowing us to move forward with clarity and purpose, beyond any single election or moment in time. ?? Check out the timely resources here: https://lnkd.in/dcAimRkY #TraumaHealing #Liberation #RacialEquity #SocialJustice #HealingJustice #RestorativeJustice #Somatics #CommunityHealing