In this blog post, I explore how you can expand your power and turn your skills into activism impact. Do you feel a call to action but wonder if you have the…
Enhance your activism journey with proven resources for new activists. Find tools for social change that help you be effective and motivated.
Admiral William H. McRaven’s book, Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life... And Maybe the World, offers valuable life lessons that you can apply to various aspects of life,…
Have you ever stopped to think about the impact you're having on the world? Sometimes, we feel small and insignificant in the grand scheme of things. But we have the power to…
Activism in art? Yes! There are so many exciting and creative ways to make a difference in the world. So, take time to make the match between your passion, gifts, and the…
Clarifying your activism gifts means a better understanding of how you can use your talents in activism. And that means deeper engagement with your cause. But, sometimes, new activists come at their…
It’s almost the holiday season, and perhaps someone you love is a hard-working changemaker. So you want the perfect activist gift. Let’s review the ways you can celebrate them for making the…
A Beautiful Canary Signals That Climate Is a Monumental Issue Our climate is in crisis. We face rising temperatures because of greenhouse gas emissions, with the last decade being the hottest ever.…
Professional activists have activism skills, like strategic planning, leadership, and coalition building. But you can make change with the skills you already have. Jeff works for a construction company running fiber cable…
Here is what you will learn from What’s On Your Sign? How to focus your passion and change the world. What's On Your Sign? teaches you to become an activist. Use the…
People who focus on their passion tend to find the perfect choice of activism. For example, artist Peter von Tiesenhausen used his artistry and creativity to stop a pipeline. Many people use…
Teach Your Child to Be an Activist My mother was not happy when I arrived home to get a servant costume, the role my friends awarded me in the game of kings…
In this post, I cover how to be a solo activist and provide resources for solo activists. In a previous post, I encourage activists to craft their ideal activism opportunity. Visualizing your…
I'm sure you've dreamed about your ideal job. Mused about what your work life would look like if you were in total control. In your dream, are you a leader or a…
Before you take to the streets (or wherever your activism takes you), find your passion for the change you want to see in the world and match that to your gifts. By…
Conducting a skills assessment and knowledge inventory increases your odds of making a difference in the world. Imagine the power of using your talents to make change. Maximize Your Performance You want…
How To Make Powerful Change In Your Activism The key to making powerful change in your activism is setting yourself up for success. That means having the right skills and knowledge, of…
Meet the everyday heroes of activism. Learn from activists who found their passion and made a difference in the world.
Give back to your cause; learn tips for becoming a successful mentor, and help others make a difference. Deb leans back into the soft couch, stretches out her legs, and sips her…
Are you new to activism? Do you need resources to help you focus your passion and find the right activism opportunity? A mentor can help you build your skills and find the…
What is your wish for a new year? Make your New Year's resolution for activism. Change the world. Why a Wish for a New Year to Change the World is More Important…
The holiday season is a wonderful time to relax, recharge, and prepare for the new year's activism. One of my favorite activism books is Feed the Resistance: Recipes + Ideas for Getting…
Carl Gombert uses art to highlight how we use visual clues to make judgments about people and helps us understand racism.
What is Plant Based Drippin? As I was browsing the tables at my local VeganFest, enjoying the vegan jewelry, tasting food samples, and learning about animal sanctuaries, I came upon a young…
Rhonda Rucker uses her creativity to make change. Her children’s books, Swing Low, Sweet Harriet, and Make a Change, focus on racial justice.
Election Day is the first Tuesday in November. When you vote, you exercise your right to participate in our democracy. If you were to go a step further, you would choose to…
Using our strengths and passions for our cause means we are automatically motivated and more likely to stay in activism over the long haul. When researching, I was enchanted by the creative…
Powerful philanthropic practices give you a better chance of making a difference. At the Intersection of Altruism and Economics is impact. Make the most of your charitable donations and make a difference…
You have a Superpower. In my blog post about matching your gifts to community needs, I remind you to take stock of your activism skills. But new activists must determine whether skills…
How to Start in Activism: What are Your Gifts? Identifying your gifts is the second step in getting started in activism. So after you have found your passion, the change you want…