Watch this documentary about César Chávez and his efforts to organise farm workers in the central valley of California, United States.
Topic: Nonviolent Direct Action
Nonviolent Direct Action
Strategic nonviolence is a rich tradition within social change movements, generating theoretical exploration, research, different group formations and tactical innovation. In this topic you’ll find case studies, manuals, inspiring quotes, training materials, and practical how-to-guides.
Inspiring Quotes from George Lakey: Activist, Strategist, Trainer and Author
Inspiring quotes from George Lakey, US activist, strategist, Quaker, trainer and writer. Topics include courage, hope, vision, training and more.
The Wisdom of George Lakey: Insights from a Life of Activism
Explore many articles by George Lakey, US activist, strategist, Quaker, trainer and writer. He shares hard-won lessons on nonviolent action and social movements.
Learn from George Lakey: Activist, Strategist, Trainer and Author
A curated selection of resources from the Commons librarians featuring the prolific and inspiring work of U.S. activist George Lakey. Dive in to explore his many influential movement projects and books.
Pillars of Support: Start Here
What are Pillars of Support? Here is a curated collection of resources collated by the Commons librarians including introductory resources, videos, templates, case studies and exercises.
Tactics: Noncooperation
What is noncooperation? Here is a collection of resources curated by the Commons librarians about what noncooperation is, how to do noncooperation and examples from around the world.
Insights from the Frontlines of Kenya
Kenya’s 2024 Finance Bill protests sparked a youth-led movement that challenged corruption, won key reforms and reshaped civic activism amid state repression—powerful insights from the frontlines.
Democracy Resource Hub
The Democracy Resource Hub offers curated tools and connections for democracy practitioners worldwide. Access resources on civic engagement, nonviolent action, peacebuilding, and strategic planning.
Tactic: Tripods
What are tripods? A curated collection of resources about what they are, how to use them, and examples from around the world.
Protests: Start Here
A collection of resources to explore protests – why protest, do protests work, how to stay safe, how to organise a protest, etc.
Chicano! The Struggle in the Fields: Documentary about the Farm Workers Movement
Watch this documentary about César Chávez and his efforts to organise farm workers in the central valley of California, United States.
Inspiring Quotes from George Lakey: Activist, Strategist, Trainer and Author
Inspiring quotes from George Lakey, US activist, strategist, Quaker, trainer and writer. Topics include courage, hope, vision, training and more.
The Wisdom of George Lakey: Insights from a Life of Activism
Explore many articles by George Lakey, US activist, strategist, Quaker, trainer and writer. He shares hard-won lessons on nonviolent action and social movements.
Learn from George Lakey: Activist, Strategist, Trainer and Author
A curated selection of resources from the Commons librarians featuring the prolific and inspiring work of U.S. activist George Lakey. Dive in to explore his many influential movement projects and books.
Pillars of Support: Start Here
What are Pillars of Support? Here is a curated collection of resources collated by the Commons librarians including introductory resources, videos, templates, case studies and exercises.
Tactics: Noncooperation
What is noncooperation? Here is a collection of resources curated by the Commons librarians about what noncooperation is, how to do noncooperation and examples from around the world.
Insights from the Frontlines of Kenya
Kenya’s 2024 Finance Bill protests sparked a youth-led movement that challenged corruption, won key reforms and reshaped civic activism amid state repression—powerful insights from the frontlines.
Democracy Resource Hub
The Democracy Resource Hub offers curated tools and connections for democracy practitioners worldwide. Access resources on civic engagement, nonviolent action, peacebuilding, and strategic planning.
Tactic: Tripods
What are tripods? A curated collection of resources about what they are, how to use them, and examples from around the world.
Protests: Start Here
A collection of resources to explore protests – why protest, do protests work, how to stay safe, how to organise a protest, etc.