The Psychology of Change (Session #1 of Psychology, Trust & Joy in Organizing)

The Annual Community Meet 2024 brought together community organizers from around the world. Attendees were inspired by speakers who shared their experiences and insights. The event fostered connection and collaboration among participants, leaving them motivated to continue their work in their own communities. Watch the recordings of these two events here.

The Psychology of Change (Psychology, Trust & Joy in Organizing Session #1, March 2025)

In this session, we explored the psychology behind adopting change and its role in community organizing. Drawing on principles of change management and Heifetz’s adaptive leadership framework, we learned how to navigate adaptive barriers to change, tackle the know-do gap, and build commitment to change. Participants practiced skills of values-based listening and honest questioning to move people from resistance to exploration. The session also explored how we can link these skills to our relational and coaching practices in our organizing work.