People & Communities

We know that it is the people – not the courts or our institutions – who will defeat extremism and achieve a more vibrant and inclusive democracy that works for all. Our work is about ensuring that people build and can use their power as part of the generational fight for people and our democracy.

In these scary and chaotic times it’s important and empowering to be surrounded by others who are choosing courage, to hold each other up, and to affirm our collective commitment to a better tomorrow. From supporting civil servants and defending the rule of law to reaffirming shared civic values and reimagining a people-centered government, Democracy Forward is working to build a future where our democracy works for everyone.  We invite you to explore this work.

Our Initiatives

Our Together for Democracy initiative creates community and connection, empowering people across the nation with tools to build community. We bring people together through our Dinners for Democracy, Coffees for Change, and Campus Ambassador programs.

Our We Hold These Truths initiative is finding common ground among people of diverse backgrounds and political ideologies. We may not agree on everything but we can unite around the non-negotiable principles of our democracy: voting and elections, equality, personal freedom, due process, and the rule of law.

Our Democracy Works 250 initiative is harnessing the experience of people across the nation to reimagine – and do the work to achieve – a renewed democracy that delivers for all.

Our Civil Service Strong program ensures that current and former civil servants are supported.