Yankelovich Stronger Democracy Program: Tools
The Yankelovich Stronger Democracy Program contributes research, ideas and tools in support of a healthier democracy that better serves all Americans, one in which sound public judgment, meaningful public participation, and responsive public institutions are the norm.
Most of the laws that govern public participation in the U.S. are over thirty years old. They do not match the expectations and capacities of citizens today, they pre-date the Internet, and they do not reflect the lessons learned in the last two decades about how citizens and governments can work together. Increasingly, public administrators … Read more
There’s a growing concern about discrimination and hate crimes taking place across the country. While incidents of bias can occur anywhere, it’s especially troubling when it happens in our schools. Discussing race and discrimination can be difficult for the most seasoned of professionals, however, that discomfort should not prevent important conversations from taking place. This … Read more
Title What is “Text, Talk, Engage?” Text, Talk, Engage (TTE) is an engagement approach that combines digital technology and face-to-face discussion to inform public policy, stimulate volunteerism or organize new initiatives. It is a process that facilitates text-enabled, small-group conversations that happen in many places on a single day. TTE is a proven, cost-effective and efficient … Read more