The Restorative Justice Map Project, developed by NACRJ in collaboration with NCORJ and the Center for Restorative Justice, celebrates its one-year anniversary in May. With over 200 submissions already, the project serves as a valuable hub for individuals seeking restorative justice practitioners and programs nationwide. As the anniversary approaches, submissions are encouraged to expand the map's reach and effectiveness in connecting professionals and communities interested in restorative justice. Learn more in the post below and on NACRJ's site here.
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With the highly anticipated 2024 U.S. Presidential Election upcoming, make sure you utilize this suite of vital resources designed to tackle polarization head-on, thanks to NCDD Member Organization, Essential Partners. From bridging partisan divides to fostering resilience in discourse, these resources offer practical tools for schools, institutions, and individuals to engage in healthier, more authentic conversations. Explore guides for navigating tough discussions, innovative classroom curricula, and empowering independent learning modules, all aimed at forging stronger, more inclusive democracy. Learn more in the post below and on EP's site here. NCDD Member Organization, National Civic League, is now accepting applications for their 2024 Pforzheimer Fellowship until April 30th. This 200-hour remote fellowship with a $2,000 honorarium is open to a Harvard University undergraduate or graduate student to collaborate with NCL's Center for Democracy Innovation. The fellowship focuses on enhancing civic engagement through research and implementation projects, such as analyzing engagement efforts and exploring innovative technology use. Learn more in the post below and on NCL's site here. Join NCDD Friends, Social Pinpoint, as they feature the City of Pittsburgh's award-winning online community engagement program, Engage PGH. Today's webinar at 1pm Pacific, 4pm Eastern will lift up how they've garnered recognition for inclusive, transparent, and equitable community involvement. Discover practical strategies for boosting public input, increasing engagement results, and scaling online engagement across various city departments, all while adhering to IAP2's spectrum for public participation and building trust through real-time feedback. Learn more below and register here! ICYMI The Participatory Budgeting Project recently shared their Spring newsletter packed with exciting updates and upcoming opportunities. Some highlights include: Join today's webinar "Remaking the Economy: A Policy Vision from the Movement for Black Lives" at 2pm Eastern; vote in PB2 by March 31st to allocate $20,000; explore new resources on the PBP site including relationship/power mapping tool, "The Spectrum of Community Engagement to Community Ownership". More information in the post below. Please join us in wishing congratulations to our long-time NCDD friend, Tom Atlee, on the recent publication of his book "Co-Intelligence - The Applied Wisdom of Wholeness, Interconnectedness, and Co-Creativity"! This incredible book distills his over 30 years of experience and leadership in co-intelligence work. The book proposes a transformative shift towards co-intelligence as the solution to our global challenges, emphasizing the cultivation of collective wisdom. Join the official book launch event on March 27th. Available in various formats, including a generous gift offer from Atlee - read more below! The Frontiers of Democracy conference at Tufts University's Tisch College of Civic Life, happening from June 13 to June 15, 2024, will delve into the theme of "Violence, Nonviolence, and Robust Democracy." It will bring together practitioners and scholars to discuss the definitions and causes of political violence and nonviolence, while also exploring strategies for building inclusive democracy. Early registration with discounted rates is open until March 29, and proposals for conference sessions are welcomed until April 16. Learn more below. Thank you for sharing this announcement with the NCDD network, Peter Levine, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Lincoln Filene Professor of Citizenship & Public Affairs in Tufts University's Jonathan Tisch College of Civic Life! Civic Learning Week, held annually by iCivics, emphasizes the critical need for civic education in fostering a robust democracy. Civic Learning Week 2024 is happening THIS WEEK, from March 11th to 15th! Educators, students, and community members will have opportunities to engage in discussions and activities aimed at promoting informed and active citizenship across the nation. This initiative seeks to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate effectively in self-governance and strengthen democratic principles. Learn more in the blog post below and join CLW! Fostering trust in local election processes and promoting interpersonal connections can strengthen overall trust in elections. In response to concerns about the upcoming 2024 U.S. election, NCDD Member Organization, Living Room Conversations created a new guide, "Trust in Elections". By utilizing these guides as a framework for dialogue and organizing pilot projects, communities can actively work towards building confidence in elections at both local and national levels. Learn more in the blog post below. Story-Power-Place: Upcoming Facilitators Training Cultivating Liberatory Power Through Story3/8/2024 How might we intentionally illuminate narratives that serve collective thriving, through the stories we share? Join the Food Culture Collective for "Story, Power, Place," an online facilitation course starting March 26th. Participants will learn to engage storytelling as a transformative communal practice in liberatory power, fostering connections and empowerment within their communities. Thank you to Pui-Ling Lew, Food Culture Collective Co-Director, for sharing this announcement with the NCDD network! Learn more in the blog post below. |
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