A collection of resources to explore protests – why protest, do protests work, how to stay safe, how to organise a protest, etc.
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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.
Making a Scene & Making Sense – The Impact of Disruption & Action Logic
Do disruptive protest tactics work? This research reveals they lead to greater levels of media attention and higher levels of active support for the groups carrying them out.
Case Study: Organising in Rising Tide, 2022-24
How Rising Tide organises and mobilises to achieve broad movement appeal in the current activist landscape.
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.
Democracy Resource Hub Directory of Networks, Training Organizations, and Resource Libraries
Explore a comprehensive directory of global networks, training organizations, and resource libraries dedicated to strengthening democracy. Find tools for nonviolent action, peacebuilding, strategic planning, and narrative strategies.
The Visibility Brigade: A Template For Activism
Want to make a sign that gets noticed? Here is a template and tips shared by the Visibility Brigade, who make different signs each week.
Can Nonviolent Struggle Defeat a Dictator? This Database Emphatically says Yes
The Global Nonviolent Action Database details some 40 cases of mass movements overcoming tyrants through strategic nonviolent campaigns.
Disruptive Protest Tactics: Helpful or Harmful?
Research examining whether disruptive protest tactics are ultimately helpful or harmful for advancing progress on critical social issues
Women For Survival: Pine Gap Protest 1983
Video about protest in 1983 against global violence took place outside the US military base at Pine Gap in the Northern Territory, Australia.
Power-Building and Nonviolent Action: A Democracy Resource Hub Guide
A guide with resources, directories and media about power-building and nonviolent action collated by the Democracy Resource Hub.
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.
Making a Scene & Making Sense – The Impact of Disruption & Action Logic
Do disruptive protest tactics work? This research reveals they lead to greater levels of media attention and higher levels of active support for the groups carrying them out.
Case Study: Organising in Rising Tide, 2022-24
How Rising Tide organises and mobilises to achieve broad movement appeal in the current activist landscape.
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.
Democracy Resource Hub Directory of Networks, Training Organizations, and Resource Libraries
Explore a comprehensive directory of global networks, training organizations, and resource libraries dedicated to strengthening democracy. Find tools for nonviolent action, peacebuilding, strategic planning, and narrative strategies.
The Visibility Brigade: A Template For Activism
Want to make a sign that gets noticed? Here is a template and tips shared by the Visibility Brigade, who make different signs each week.
Can Nonviolent Struggle Defeat a Dictator? This Database Emphatically says Yes
The Global Nonviolent Action Database details some 40 cases of mass movements overcoming tyrants through strategic nonviolent campaigns.
Disruptive Protest Tactics: Helpful or Harmful?
Research examining whether disruptive protest tactics are ultimately helpful or harmful for advancing progress on critical social issues
Women For Survival: Pine Gap Protest 1983
Video about protest in 1983 against global violence took place outside the US military base at Pine Gap in the Northern Territory, Australia.
Power-Building and Nonviolent Action: A Democracy Resource Hub Guide
A guide with resources, directories and media about power-building and nonviolent action collated by the Democracy Resource Hub.