Collaborative Communities Network
Self-determination is an essential element of a free society – of life itself. When individuals surrender their basic responsibility of adding their voice to the public discourse, they contribute to the growth and empowerment of a political class.
Instead of ceding our personal authority to other individuals and elite interests, we must find ways to work together with others to determine our priorities and the distribution of our common resources. The way to do this is to form assemblies where we can have discussions and reach a consensus regarding these things.
The place where this must start is in our neighborhoods and communities. From there we can form networks of such assemblies to address broader issues. We can – and we must – start this now. You are invited to add your perspective as we work towards making this possible.
- The Architecture of SolidarityBuilding Power Through Connection I. Introduction: Defining Solidarity vs. Charity In the lexicon of social change, few words are as frequently conflated—yet fundamentally opposed—as “charity” and “solidarity.” While both concepts involve the transfer of resources and the alleviation… Read more: The Architecture of Solidarity
- Strengthening Communities Through Mutual AidMutual aid benefits communities by filling gaps in formal support systems, fostering stronger social bonds and resilience, and operating on principles of dignity, equality, and collective care rather than charity. Benefits of Mutual Aid for Communities Ways to Implement Mutual… Read more: Strengthening Communities Through Mutual Aid
- Elements of Public EngagementPublic action through direct democracy, community assemblies, participatory budgeting (PB), and worker cooperatives utilizes diverse mechanisms to engage citizens directly in governance, resource allocation, and economic management. This approach aims to foster greater equity, transparency, and community empowerment. … Read more: Elements of Public Engagement
Alternative Currents
Every Friday, 8PM Eastern/7PM Central/6PM Mountain/5PM Pacific
Join us as we explore various approaches to the process of creating a more just and equitable society through conciliation and collaboration, with an emphasis on community organizing and creating a broad network of local initiatives. Through this level of coordination we can address large-scale issues more effectively.
