Civic Engagement and Technology Resources for Grassroots Groups

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LINC Project Resources:

Tech Tip: Technology Tools for Organizing Civic Participation in the Democratic Process - a list of technologies to consider for use in your voter engagement work.

Case Study: Strategic Use of Technology in Civic Engagement - Working for Equality & Economic Liberation (WEEL) - how WEEL used their database to increase low-income voter turnout.

Case Study: Databases and Building Power for Low-Income People - Community Voices Heard - how CVH was able to impact a candidate forum by assuring turnout with a database.

Email Listserve: Grassroots Tech Users - email discussion list for grassroots groups utilizing technology in leadership development and membership engagement work.

Other Resources:

Western States Center: Building Grassroots Power: An Introduction to Electoral Politics (PDF) - an excellent resource for understanding how civic engagement can help build power for grassroots groups.

Alliance For Justice: The Nonprofit Advocacy Project for understanding how laws govern tax-exempt organizations in relation to advocacy and public policy.

Progressive Technology Project: Using Technology in Organizing for Civic Participation in the Democratic Process - more resources on technology and civic engagement.