Join us for our WA Weekends of Action with Kent For Districts petition gathering!

Kent For Districts is a Ballot initiative petition gathering effort we believe is an important local effort that aligns with our values of creating a more just and inclusive democracy. A change in Kent municipal election system from at-large elections to district-based elections can create a fair chance for black and brown candidates to run and win to represent their communities. Currently, Kent is a non-white majority City with a white-majority City Council.

Training will be available and led by the "Kent For Districts" Organizers. Please bring comfortable walking shoes + your canvassing smiles!

Agenda:

• 10:40 Meet at Kent Panther Lake Library Parking Lot

• 10:45 Community huddle + Ice breaker

• 11:00 Training Led by "Districts" For Kent organizers

• 11:30 Drive to canvassing location

• 11:30 - 1:30 Petition gathering Canvassing

NOTE: Please be there by 10:40 as the agenda says. Mobilize didn't let us change to 10:40. Thank you!

This highly interactive two-part workshop aims to support Common Power volunteers in navigating diverse spaces and interpersonal dynamics with fellow volunteers and potential voters. The workshop’s content, activities, and exercises engage participants in reflection and mindfulness around identity, power, privilege, positionality, and bias.

Session one: Wednesday, April 24th

we deepen our understanding of the history of institutionalized racism; we examine how federal practices of the New Deal shaped and continue to impact the neighborhoods in our communities, reflecting on the ways these socioeconomic barriers have furthered inequities, and interrogate the ‘traditional narratives’ which bypass this history.

Session two: Thursday, April 25th

We’ll laser-focus on power, privilege, and identity, further discussing how macro-sources of socialization impact our biases, assumptions, and ultimately, our ability to connect across differences. Interwoven throughout both sessions are methods of community-building, including equalizing communication practices that support connection, understanding, and solidarity. Come ready to engage!

There are 36 million eligible Latinx voters in 2024, the second-largest voting block in the United States.

This training with Poder Común is an opportunity to create awareness of the complexities of this voting community. In this training, volunteers will learn intentional and mindful ways to approach potential mixed-status households, possible first-time voters, and voters who have different needs including Spanish language accessible information.

This training's goal is to provide volunteers with tools and resources that will help them feel confident approaching Latinx voter's doors regardless of language proficiency or experience.

This highly interactive two-part workshop aims to support Common Power volunteers in navigating diverse spaces and interpersonal dynamics with fellow volunteers and potential voters. The workshop’s content, activities, and exercises engage participants in reflection and mindfulness around identity, power, privilege, positionality, and bias.

Session one: Wednesday, April 24th

we deepen our understanding of the history of institutionalized racism; we examine how federal practices of the New Deal shaped and continue to impact the neighborhoods in our communities, reflecting on the ways these socioeconomic barriers have furthered inequities, and interrogate the ‘traditional narratives’ which bypass this history.

Session two: Thursday, April 25th

We’ll laser-focus on power, privilege, and identity, further discussing how macro-sources of socialization impact our biases, assumptions, and ultimately, our ability to connect across differences. Interwoven throughout both sessions are methods of community-building, including equalizing communication practices that support connection, understanding, and solidarity. Come ready to engage!

Join this month's Squads Meeting to hear from guest speakers, share stories with fellow Squads, and get the details about our next political focuses.

April's guest speaker will be Hannah Perkins: Georgia's Political Director and Campaign Manager for AFL-CIO. Hannah has a rich history and experience in politics and will be speaking to us about what it means to organize a community.

All Squad Leads and members are invited and encouraged to attend this session 🥳!

In this four lecture course, Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries will take a thematic approach to exploring and making sense of the most troubling aspects of United States history.

Lectures:

1. Racism: Dr. Jefries will discuss the Founders, the Lost Cause, and Massive Resistance.

2. Resistance: Dr. Jeffries will discuss the Underground Railroad, Black Wall Street, and the Black Panthers

3. Democracy: Dr. Jeffries will discuss Reconstruction, Disenfranchisement, Voting Rights Act, and Voter Organizing

4. Mobility (Immobility): Dr. Jeffries will discussion the Slave Trade (international and domestic), Convict Leasing and Debt Peonage, and the Great Migration

For beginner volunteers and volunteers who want to get better at phonebanking, and engaging with voters. Get trained on practical and technical skills for successfully volunteering at CP.

Interested in joining efforts to engage Latinx voters?

Join us to hear from panelists; Kate, Deborah, Karen and Odalis who are Poder Común (Common Power bilingual program) volunteers and have been on the ground in Arizona, Texas and in Eastern Washington.

Come listen to their experiences on the ground engaging Latinx voters. They encourage everyone regardless of language proficiency to knock on Latinx voter doors with them this election season!

Brand new to CP and wondering where to start? Look no further! Join our Community Engagement & Communications Senior Associate, Kylie, for an overview of departments and how you can get involved.

Come learn about our new fieldwork program, Squads! This program is all about engaging in small, easy actions year-round, and mobilizing your inner circles and friends to take action.

We'll cover what exactly this program looks like, what you can get out of it, and how to sign up.

See what Squads is all about!

In this four lecture course, Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries will take a thematic approach to exploring and making sense of the most troubling aspects of United States history.

Lectures:

1. Racism: Dr. Jefries will discuss the Founders, the Lost Cause, and Massive Resistance.

2. Resistance: Dr. Jeffries will discuss the Underground Railroad, Black Wall Street, and the Black Panthers

3. Democracy: Dr. Jeffries will discuss Reconstruction, Disenfranchisement, Voting Rights Act, and Voter Organizing

4. Mobility (Immobility): Dr. Jeffries will discussion the Slave Trade (international and domestic), Convict Leasing and Debt Peonage, and the Great Migration

Join us on Zoom for an insightful window into Action Academy’s curriculum featuring Action Academy speaker and mentor T. Marie King, a nationally renowned organizer, activist, and filmmaker who lives in Birmingham AL. Action Academy Director Larcy Douglas and her dedicated team will provide an overview of how the Academy dives into models of leadership and action in today’s politically polarized environments.

Hosted by Action Academy alum Jordyn Schulte, who is leading our Action Academy April Fund Campaign. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a taste of what our Academy students learn, and support our young leaders at the same time!

The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground.

Come learn about our new fieldwork program, Squads! This program is all about engaging in small, easy actions year-round, and mobilizing your inner circles and friends to take action.

We'll cover what exactly this program looks like, what you can get out of it, and how to sign up.

See what Squads is all about!

In this four lecture course, Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries will take a thematic approach to exploring and making sense of the most troubling aspects of United States history.

Lectures:

1. Racism: Dr. Jefries will discuss the Founders, the Lost Cause, and Massive Resistance.

2. Resistance: Dr. Jeffries will discuss the Underground Railroad, Black Wall Street, and the Black Panthers

3. Democracy: Dr. Jeffries will discuss Reconstruction, Disenfranchisement, Voting Rights Act, and Voter Organizing

4. Mobility (Immobility): Dr. Jeffries will discussion the Slave Trade (international and domestic), Convict Leasing and Debt Peonage, and the Great Migration

For new and returning volunteers to learn about how we do Fieldwork at CP. We introduce the CP way with our values and fieldwork principles, how to navigate our remote action and doorknocking opportunities, and what's coming up for volunteers to plug into.

Join us on Zoom for an insightful window into Action Academy’s curriculum featuring Action Academy speaker and mentor Ahmed Baba, an expert on identifying disinformation and then how we take steps to overcome it for the good of democracy. Action Academy Director Larcy Douglas and her dedicated team will provide an overview of how disinformation is central to this year’s program.

Hosted by Action Academy alum Jordyn Schulte, who is leading our Action Academy April Fund Campaign. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a taste of what our Academy students learn, and support our young leaders at the same time!

Calling all volunteers in the area to come and hang out with Fieldwork for a Saturday coffee meet-up!

We're inviting everyone who traveled to Texas, North Carolina, and Ohio to reunite with their teams and catch up. If you're interested in travel and/or are planning to join us in the future, this is the event to attend if you want a feel of our spirit on the ground! Hear from the folks who have been out in the field, get to know our community, and enjoy some good coffee.

See you there!

Our Monthly Community Meetings take place every 1st Thursday of the month (schedule permitting!). This is a valuable opportunity for us to gather virtually and delve into the latest updates at Common Power. These meetings serve as an ideal platform to explore the various programs our dedicated staff are developing, seek clarification through interactive Q&A sessions, or enjoy the warmth of our community.

All meetings will be recorded for the benefit of our community and will be made available on CP's YouTube channel a few days after the event.

Come learn about our new fieldwork program, Squads! This program is all about engaging in small, easy actions year-round, and mobilizing your inner circles and friends to take action.

We'll cover what exactly this program looks like, what you can get out of it, and how to sign up.

See what Squads is all about!

In this four lecture course, Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries will take a thematic approach to exploring and making sense of the most troubling aspects of United States history.

Lectures:

1. Racism: Dr. Jefries will discuss the Founders, the Lost Cause, and Massive Resistance.

2. Resistance: Dr. Jeffries will discuss the Underground Railroad, Black Wall Street, and the Black Panthers

3. Democracy: Dr. Jeffries will discuss Reconstruction, Disenfranchisement, Voting Rights Act, and Voter Organizing

4. Mobility (Immobility): Dr. Jeffries will discussion the Slave Trade (international and domestic), Convict Leasing and Debt Peonage, and the Great Migration

For beginner volunteers and volunteers who want to get better at phonebanking, and engaging with voters. Get trained on practical and technical skills for successfully volunteering at CP.

Come to learn more information about Team Pennsylvania!

Learn more about Pennsylvania politics, what is at stake, and how we can make a difference in this primary cycle. We will be discussing information about our volunteer opportunities, particularly around traveling and canvassing. Also, come to get to know your fellow team members!

We will also discuss upcoming events for Team Pennsylvania and ways that you can help support our efforts, both virtually and in person!

Join this month's Squads Meeting to hear from guest speakers, share stories with fellow Squads, and get the details about our next political focuses.

This week, we have a special guest speaker, Alex Castro, who will be sharing her experience and advice as an organizer in a casual conversation with our own Squad Coordinator, Nathania Adhisty.

All Squad Leads and members are invited and encouraged to attend this session 🥳!

A lecture offered in partnership with UW's Department of Medicine.

This lecture delves into the intricate relationship between politics and healthcare, uncovering the root causes of disparities in access and outcomes. By exploring the impact of political determinants on health equity, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced in providing equitable healthcare. Through a blend of theoretical analysis and real-world case studies, this lecture equips learners with actionable solutions to address these pressing issues. Join us on this transformative journey to advocate for inclusive healthcare policies and drive meaningful change in our communities.

Lecture Outcomes

• Understand the Political Determinants of Health concept, including its historical context and significance in public health.

• Identify the political factors that influence healthcare disparities, such as policy-making processes, political ideologies, and resource allocation.

• Explore the structural inequities in healthcare systems, focusing on healthcare access, quality, and outcomes.

• Learn about the challenges involved in addressing Political Determinants, including power dynamics, policy resistance, and public opinion.

Join us for our official kick-off of Team Nevada!!

Find out what's goin' on with Nevada politics, what's at stake, and what kind of difference we can make with the candidates that we are supporting.

We will also discuss upcoming events for Team Nevada and ways that you can help support our efforts, both virtually and in-person!

Brand new to CP and wondering where to start? Look no further! Join our Community Engagement & Communications Senior Associate, Kylie, for an overview of departments and how you can get involved.

Join us as we get a sneak peek into Action Academy! Experience a day in the life of an Action Academy student by joining our hour-and-a-half session on March 26 at 10PT/1ET.

Preview two of our guest speakers, Ahmed Baba and Feel Good Action as they discuss democracy and the media.

Bring a friend and join the fun!

This foundational course explores women’s political activity and strategies. Women in US history have always been politically engaged, though the forms of their activism have varied throughout time.

In this class, we primarily focus on women in the Progressive Era, a period spanning the 1890s through WWI. Historians often describe it as a moment of modernization in which Americans confronted issues that remain with us today such as racism and segregation, labor activism, immigration agitation, environmental conservation, and calls for sexual equality.

With a focus on a group of diverse women, we will explore their creative and powerful efforts to address these issues and change their world. In doing so, we will consider what motivated them to become active. What kinds of resistance they faced. How they overcome obstacles. And how they strategically fought for what they believed in. Although we will focus on individual stories, they were not exceptional, but representative of many other women who fought for equality, dignity, and justice. Their stories are inspiring for today's activists and lessons to be learned from as well.

For new and returning volunteers to learn about how we do Fieldwork at CP. We introduce the CP way with our values and fieldwork principles, how to navigate our remote action and doorknocking opportunities, and what's coming up for volunteers to plug into.