Green Neighborhoods – Growing Local Action Nationally in Denmark
It is sometimes difficult to imagine how local action on complex problems, such as the climate crisis, can have a substantial impact on solving the problem. Our learning session with DeltagerDenmark, hosted in collaboration with the LCN Climate Justice Group, dives specifically into that challenge, learning from the broad reaching Green Neighborhood Groups that
LCN’s Signature Training of Trainers Program!
LCN is thrilled to announce the launch of Training of Trainers program in the fall of 2023. Designed for experienced coaches who wish to become up-front trainers and teachers, this 3- month program will help you enhance your teaching, training and facilitation skills in the practices of Public Narrative and Organizing. Last year, this
Skill Practice Session: Story of Us – Fully booked!
Building on the success of our July Skill Practice Session on Story of Self, we will develop and receive coaching on our Story of Us! Crafting a compelling Story of Us can be challenging, especially when addressing a group of individuals we have just met. As we understand that leadership involves empowering others, we realize
Lost in Translation: What Does it Mean to Organize Across Languages?
"Who are my people?" This question lies at the core of every organizer's journey, propelling their quest to create an inclusive framework of organizing that resonates with the people. This often starts with finding the right words. It all began two years ago when I was teaching public narrative alongside Marshall Ganz at the Leadership, Storytelling, and Action
Organizing for Freedom: How Beyond the Bars is challenging the carceral system in Miami
OnlineIn 2020, Beyond the Bars embarked on a mission to empower people impacted by incarceration and transform the oppressive and exploitative system by addressing the cost of incarceration in Miami. By 2022, the organization had achieved a remarkable 70% reduction in the cost of jail calls and persuaded administrators to eliminate a daily subsistence
History unfolding: Let us talk about Palestinian liberation
Online25 years ago, I was part of the Palestinian negotiations team with Israel searching for peace. We prepared our files really well. We failed. 20 years ago, I was part of the UN and ICJ diplomacy, we got great resolutions. We celebrated. Israel and the US never implemented them. 18 years ago, I was
Whisper to Humanity: Organizing Children for Gender Equality in Nigeria
How can sustainable change be achieved when families and school textbooks dictate what children can or cannot aspire to? In 2020, a group of 5 young Nigerian activists set out to end gender inequalities and stereotypes within the Nigerian school system, which were limiting opportunities for children. Initially, the group’s focus was on girls'
Palestinian Communities’ Resilience and Resourcefulness in the Face of Ethnic Cleansing
OnlineIndigenous people around the world have faced ethnic cleansing and other forms of oppression for centuries. Despite these challenges, they have shown remarkable resilience and resourcefulness in their struggles to survive and thrive. In this event, Jamal Juma' and Sami will share their insights on organizing Palestinian communities facing daily threats of house demolition
Public Narrative and the Fight for Liberation: The Urfod Campaign
OnlineIn the face of settler colonization and ethnic cleansing, indigenous people have struggled to resist assimilation and attempts to divide and conquer. As an indigenous minority living under Israeli control, the Druze community has directly been subjected to such attempts including the enforcement of compulsory military in the Israeli army against their own people,
BDS Movement: Building a Global Coalition to End Israeli Apartheid
OnlineThe BDS movement is a Palestinian-led global non violent movement calling for boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against Israel until it complies with international law and Palestinian rights. The movement was launched over 18 years ago by the biggest social and political Palestinian coalition representing 170 Palestinian organizations. This event will feature three speakers who
Skill Practice Session – Story of Now
OnlineIf not now, when? The world is facing unprecedented challenges, and more than ever, we need to tell stories that inspire hope and action. But how do we tell stories that resonate with people on a deep level and motivate them to take action? The Story of Now is often seen as the most
End-of-Year Meet & Reflect
OnlineHow are you wrapping up your 2023? With the year winding down, let's pause and reflect on our year's learnings and celebrate our accomplishments before we dive into the holiday season. Join our End-of-Year LCN Meet & Reflect on Tuesday, December 19th! This is a time for us to come together as a strong