Voting Rights Lab talked with 160 community organizations across the country to understand how to strengthen democracy work. They found that democracy groups need to connect better with local communities and speak in language people understand. The report shows how working together on everyday issues like housing and healthcare can help protect voting rights.
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Democracy organizations need to build trust by connecting to daily issues like housing and healthcare that communities care about
160 diverse community groups shared ideas during 70+ hours of conversations across 8 states
New coalitions are forming that include veterans, faith leaders, and disability advocates working together
Steady, long-term funding helps organizations plan better and serve their communities more effectively
Two new programs launched: Advancing Liberty Coalition and Democracy Campaigns Workshop to train community leaders
Local and state-level work is key to building lasting democratic power in communities
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