 News and updates from the dialogue, deliberation, and public engagement field NCDD Newsletter September 2024  This newsletter holds the latest information from around the dialogue, deliberation, and public engagement community, including current opportunities and upcoming events. Executive Director Updates from September: NCDD Members and Friends, As we navigate an important chapter in NCDD’s journey, I’m excited to share how we’re advancing our mission and building toward a more connected, empowered, and engaged community. It’s inspiring to witness the collective energy of our members as we continue strengthening our coalition, expanding our membership, and securing the resources we need to thrive. Strengthening Our Coalition Our strength lies in the diversity and passion of our community, and we’re continuously working to bring people together in meaningful ways. One of the most exciting developments is the growing momentum of our Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy initiative, which connects facilitators and mediators nationwide, empowering them to take action in democracy and their communities. Just announced on the blog today - We’re excited to share the launch of our brand-new Conversation Café page on the NCDD website! This comprehensive resource is your go-to guide for hosting and participating in open dialogues, featuring essential tools, tips, and information on upcoming events. Explore the page today and discover how you can join the conversation! These updates are just the beginning as we continue to fortify the spaces that unite us in dialogue. Growing Our Membership Our coalition’s growth is not just about numbers—it’s about broadening our reach and deepening our impact. We’re launching an ambitious membership campaign that embodies the spirit of community and shared purpose at the heart of NCDD - "Growing the Power of We: Dialogue as the Heartbeat of Democracy". Now more than ever, we need to bring new voices into our conversations, and I invite each of you to play a role in this effort. Together, we can amplify the power of dialogue to strengthen democracy and create lasting change. Stay tuned for more about how you can help spread the word and grow this movement with us. We’re also proud of our enhanced Member Directory, designed to foster stronger connections, highlight the incredible work happening across our network, and create new opportunities for collaboration. Securing Major Funding Alongside these initiatives, securing the resources necessary to support our vision remains a top priority. We’ve set bold goals to ensure we have the funding required to fuel NCDD’s ongoing work, including paying our critical staff, enhancing our programs, providing more opportunities for members, and supporting key initiatives like our Practitioner Mobilization. This effort to secure major funding is crucial to our success, and with your support, we are closer to reaching these milestones. If you have ideas or connections to help us secure major funding, I would love to hear from you at [email protected]. Relatedly, we are launching three strategic subcommittees focused on fundraising, program development, and building strategic relationships—all aimed at securing transformative funding and ensuring NCDD’s long-term growth and success. We invite you to join us! Learn more about each subcommittee and sign up using the link here. Thank you for being part of this journey with NCDD. Together, we are making a real difference in how communities engage with and shape democracy. Let’s continue to build on this momentum as we move into our next exciting phase! Warm regards, Keiva Hummel Executive Director National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD)  NCDD Launches 2024 Membership Campaign! The National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD) is thrilled to announce the launch of its 2024 membership campaign, "Growing the Power of We: Dialogue as the Heartbeat of Democracy." This campaign is centered on bringing people together to strengthen democracy through meaningful conversations and collaborative efforts. At the core of NCDD’s mission is the belief that constructive and inclusive dialogue can empower both individuals and communities, fostering greater understanding and action. Key Campaign Goals: This year’s membership campaign has three major goals, starting with a bold aim to grow our membership by 45% in just one quarter. We’re welcoming both new members and renewals as part of this effort. Alongside membership growth, we want to boost engagement—setting a target to increase participation in NCDD’s events, forums, and webinars by 15%. These opportunities provide spaces for members to collaborate, share ideas, and deepen their skills in dialogue and deliberation. Additionally, we’re working to raise $50,000 to support important initiatives, such as expanding resources, enhancing the member directory, and funding the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy initiative. Why Join NCDD? By joining NCDD, you’re not just becoming part of a network—you’re becoming part of a movement. Together, we champion the critical link between dialogue and democracy. Don’t wait too long—this campaign and its special offers are only available for a limited time. Now is the perfect opportunity to take action and be part of something bigger. Your membership will contribute directly to initiatives that address pressing societal issues, promoting understanding and inspiring positive change. As an NCDD member, you’ll receive a range of exclusive benefits, including early access to valuable resources, event discounts, spotlight on NCDD platforms and in the monthly newsletter, and invitations to members-only webinars. As a special perk, anyone who joins during this campaign will receive a limited-edition NCDD toolkit, available only this month. How to Join: Joining NCDD is simple. Click here to visit our dedicated membership page and sign up or renew today. But don’t wait too long—this campaign and its special offers are only available for a limited time. Now is the perfect opportunity to take action and be part of something bigger. Love NCDD? Tell us in the membership campaign survey! We are excited to invite you to participate in our 2024 membership campaign survey! As we launch the "Growing the Power of We: Dialogue as the Heartbeat of Democracy" campaign, we want to celebrate our members' incredible impact. We’re asking you to share your experience with NCDD, and how the network has supported your work in the dialogue and deliberation community. Your quotes may be featured in our campaign materials to inspire others to join us in strengthening democracy. Fill out the survey here! Additional NCDD Announcements: Join the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy We are a unified coalition of individuals and organizations who share a profound belief in the inclusive and deliberative nature of democracy. Now more than ever, our country requires the expertise of conflict-competent practitioners to navigate tensions and mend societal fractures. With the skills you have, your conscious participation in any democratic process will be transformative. Our mission is to ignite and inspire a diverse coalition of collaborative engagement practitioners to actively participate in revitalizing democracy and local engagement. Join the Monthly Forum (Fourth Thursdays): Sign up here! Time: 1pm ET, 12pm CT, 11am MT, 10am PT Upcoming Forum: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 Join the BUILD Community of Practice BUILD Community of Practice is a lab and learning space for conflict engagement and other practitioners who are working on pro-democracy efforts. It is also a ‘connecting space’ for lay and professional practitioners who are just beginning to explore how to bring their skills to community-building and democracy spaces. Upcoming Dates: Monthly BUILD Community of Practice
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Are you an NCDD member and have an announcement to share? Submit them via the NCDD Blog submission form, or email NCDD's Communications Coordinator, Izzy Henry at [email protected]. From the NCDD Blog:
Announcements from NCDD Member Calls: Several NCDD members shared updates with us during the monthly NCDD member calls, which are held on Zoom the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 2pm Eastern/11am Pacific. Want to join these opportunities? Join NCDD as a member! Current members will receive invitations to each meeting via the NCDD-MEMBERLIST listserv. If you are unsure about your membership status, please check with our office manager, Joy, at [email protected].
Updates from the NCDD Working Groups & Exchange: At the beginning of 2024, NCDD began to roll out our new collaborative working groups and higher education exchange. Learn updates below... Emerging Leaders Initiative: For people 35 years and under
Media Collaborative: Join this working group to collaborate on strengthening the connection between D&D and journalism.
Higher Education Exchange: Community of practice tailored for faculty and staff in higher education engaged in dialogue and deliberation work.
Find full details on each of the groups on the NCDD Working Group & Exchange page at: www.ncdd.org/workinggroupsandexchanges.html. Upcoming NCDD Events: A few NCDD events happening this upcoming month... Please join us!
To join the working groups and/or learning exchange, find information at: www.ncdd.org/workinggroupsandexchanges.html. Check out the NCDD Community Event Calendar for more: ncdd.org/community-events.html. Want to add something to the calendar? Reach out to [email protected]. Jobs & Internship Opportunities: Find new opportunities related to dialogue, deliberation, and engagement work on the new NCDD Job & Internship Board!
Ways to Get Involved with NCDD: Join the NCDD Network and participate in monthly member calls! Being a member of the NCDD network is making a commitment to be in community together and to explore the next steps we can take to continue to broaden the reach of dialogue & deliberation practices. One of the ways we create community is by hosting monthly Member Calls on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 2pm Eastern/11am Pacific. These calls are meant to provide an opportunity for members to come together and share exciting announcements with one another, as well as give us as a community additional opportunities to connect, explore best practices, discuss challenges, and collaborate. Want to join these opportunities? Join NCDD as a member to get access to these calls and more! If you are not sure about your membership status, please check with our office manager, Joy, at [email protected]. Got News to Share? Submit it to the NCDD Blog! NCDD has been blogging for the dialogue and deliberation community since 2004 about job and funding opportunities, training and conferences, national projects and media coverage, and NCDD’s own programs and events. We also use the blog to share thoughtful opinion pieces by NCDD members and leaders, and to propose new ideas. Do you have an announcement or opinion piece to share? Submit it now! New Book or materials? Share them in the NCDD Resource Center! The NCDD Resource Center is a clearinghouse of top-notch resources that help people facilitate, teach, plan, evaluate and study dialogue and deliberation. We aim to present each resource in a useful, practical way (not too puff piece-y, jargony or generic), and link directly to the resource so people can get to what they need quickly. Submit your resource here. Want to share news in the next NCDD monthly newsletter? Send an email to: [email protected] 
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