Team Democracy

02/17/2026

As we step into 2026 at a time that feels both consequential and complex for our democratic republic, we’ve been reflecting on the lessons of the past year and what they ask of us moving forward.

This year, we focused on turning principles into practice across our three core initiatives. That meant deep, relationship-driven work to strengthen confidence in elections, bringing Americans across differences together through shared experience, and expanding civic credentials that recognize meaningful participation nationwide.

Check out the full year-end review at https://www.teamdemocracy.org/annual-report-2025

12/10/2025

What’s keeping you up at night these days? If the answer is “the feeling that our house is divided,” you’re not alone.

That’s a reference to national-level politics, community level divides, or even a literal house - or family - divided by partisanship.

Join us for a vital conversation: Looking Ahead to 2026: Strategies for Bringing Americans Together

Join Team Democracy Co-Founder and Board Chairman, Ken Ken Powley to explore practical, inclusive strategies to heal divides and build stronger connections across communities. All backgrounds, perspectives, and ideals are welcome, because democracy works best when we all show up together.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/looking-ahead-to-2026-strategies-for-bringing-americans-together-tickets-1975198531980?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/02/2025

You’ve probably felt it - how divided our country can seem right now. It’s exhausting, and it can make anyone wonder whether we still know how to listen to each other.

As we approach our nation’s 250th anniversary, Americans are searching for ways to build understanding and increase civic engagement without strife. And here’s what we know - when we listen to others with curiosity and respect, we can find where we as Americans have common ground.

This , you can help bring Americans back together by supporting Team Democracy.

http://teamdemocracy.org/donate?utm_source=&utm_medium=social-media-organic&utm_campaign=giving-tuesday&utm_term=12022025&utm_content=post&c_src=social-media-organic&c_src2=12022025

11/05/2025

Our democracy depends on courage over chaos.

We’re proud to see Newsweek and All Sides hosting the National Roundtable on Political Violence — bringing Americans together for real dialogue and action against political violence.

At the Principles for Trusted Elections, we share this commitment to nonviolence and civic trust. A healthy democracy begins with peaceful participation, honest process, and respect across differences.

🗓️ Join the conversation on Nov. 6 and be part of the movement for peace and integrity in public life.

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09/30/2025

We’re celebrating big news from our friends at Future Caucus: their President & CEO, Layla Zaidane, has been named to the list!

This recognition honors Layla’s extraordinary leadership in equipping a rising generation of Gen Z and millennial lawmakers to bridge divides, lead with courage, and reject toxic polarization. Under her guidance, Future Caucus has become the nation’s largest nonpartisan organization of young legislators, supporting over 1,900 policymakers across the country.

At Team Democracy, we know that our future depends on leaders who bring people together around shared purpose and core democratic principles. Layla and Future Caucus embody this mission every day, and we are proud to cheer them on in this milestone moment.

Please join us in congratulating Layla and the Future Caucus team on this well-deserved honor!
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TIME

State Future Caucus Network 2025 Time100 Next: Layla Zaidane On September 30, TIME announced that Future Caucus President & CEO Layla Zaidane has been named to the 2025 TIME100 Next list, an expansion of the TIME100 list recognizing the most influential people in the world. The list spotlights 100 e...

09/19/2025

What happens when you put strangers in a raft and ask them to navigate not only the river but also some of democracy’s toughest questions?

Our friend Piper Hendricks, CEO of Stories Change Power, joined R.A.F.T. for America’s Ken Powley on the James River and shared powerful reflections on the day. From the importance of fun in civic engagement to why conversations are civic infrastructure, her takeaways highlight what our movement is all about: building trust and connection across divides.



Read her piece here ⬇️

Insights on the role of fun, conversation, expertise, and humility in building our civic muscle.

09/15/2025

Happy Democracy Day 2025! 🎉

Tonight, Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab are gathering communities nationwide to celebrate the joy, trust, and responsibility that democracy brings us all. This evening’s program features inspiring leaders, a conversation on civic values, and a Civic Activation Showcase with organizations making real impact across the country.

📅 Tonight, Monday, Sept 15
🕢 7:30–9:00 pm ET on Zoom

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mIaHs5PRRe287AYJuDvWjQ

This is more than an event—it’s a national moment to connect, commit, and act together. We can’t wait to see you there!

09/09/2025

🌟 Celebrate Democracy Day with Us! 🌟

You’ll hear from national leaders and more than a dozen organizations working on election integrity, civic learning, civil dialogue, and community trust. Through our Civic Activation Showcase, you’ll also find clear, practical ways to get involved right away.

📅 Date: Sunday, Sept 15
🕢 Time: 7:30–9:00 pm ET
💻 Location: Virtual (free to join!)
👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mIaHs5PRRe287AYJuDvWjQ #/registration

Join Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab for a free national virtual gathering to mark International Democracy Day. This event is open to everyone – so spread the word, invite friends, and let’s celebrate democracy together!

AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

Keynote Opening: Former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman

Committing to Shared Civic Values in a Divided Time: A cross-partisan conversation, moderated by The Carter Center, featuring voices from the Virginia state legislature and Virginia election administration. Together, they’ll explore what civic commitment looks like in practice – and why upholding democratic principles matters deeply in divided times.

From Learning to Action – Civic Activation Showcase: This isn’t just another conversation – it’s a showcase of what’s possible. You’ll discover bold efforts underway nationwide to protect elections, expand civic learning, and bridge divides. In interactive breakout sessions, these groups will show you exactly how to plug in. Come ready to listen, choose your path, and take action on the spot.

Democracy Day 2025 will bring together Americans from across the country for a national virtual event co-hosted by Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab. Through keynote reflections, a bipartisan conversation with public officials and election administrators, and a Civic Activation Showcase featuring...

09/08/2025

🌟 Celebrate Democracy Day with Us! 🌟

You’ll hear from national leaders and more than a dozen organizations working on election integrity, civic learning, civil dialogue, and community trust. Through our Civic Activation Showcase, you’ll also find clear, practical ways to get involved right away.

📅 Date: Sunday, Sept 15
🕢 Time: 7:30–9:00 pm ET
💻 Location: Virtual (free to join!)
👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mIaHs5PRRe287AYJuDvWjQ #/registration

Join Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab for a free national virtual gathering to mark International Democracy Day. This event is open to everyone – so spread the word, invite friends, and let’s celebrate democracy together!

AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

Keynote Opening: Former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman

Committing to Shared Civic Values in a Divided Time: A cross-partisan conversation, moderated by The Carter Center, featuring voices from the Virginia state legislature and Virginia election administration. Together, they’ll explore what civic commitment looks like in practice – and why upholding democratic principles matters deeply in divided times.

From Learning to Action – Civic Activation Showcase: This isn’t just another conversation – it’s a showcase of what’s possible. You’ll discover bold efforts underway nationwide to protect elections, expand civic learning, and bridge divides. In interactive breakout sessions, these groups will show you exactly how to plug in. Come ready to listen, choose your path, and take action on the spot.

09/04/2025

🌟 Celebrate Democracy Day with Us! 🌟

On Sunday, September 15 (7:30–9:00 pm ET), join Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab for a free national virtual gathering to mark International Democracy Day.

You’ll hear from national leaders and more than a dozen organizations working on election integrity, civic learning, civil dialogue, and community trust. Through our Civic Activation Showcase, you’ll also find clear, practical ways to get involved right away.

📅 Date: Sunday, Sept 15
🕢 Time: 7:30–9:00 pm ET
💻 Location: Virtual (free to join!)

👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mIaHs5PRRe287AYJuDvWjQ #/registration

This event is open to everyone – so spread the word, invite friends, and let’s celebrate democracy together!

Democracy Day 2025 will bring together Americans from across the country for a national virtual event co-hosted by Team Democracy and The Pluralist Lab. Through keynote reflections, a bipartisan conversation with public officials and election administrators, and a Civic Activation Showcase featuring...

03/28/2025

Team Democracy and our initiative the Civics Credentialing System applied to the Lever for Change .

The Civics Credentialing System strengthens trust in democratic institutions through an innovative digital badge platform that aligns the activities of thousands of pro-democracy organizations to incentivize civic learning and action by over 50 million citizens.

Team Democracy is proud to stand with its partners who are dedicated to improving lives. Thank you, Learning Agents, iCivics, Better Together America, Mediators Foundation, and The Carter Center.

The Civics Credentialing System strengthens trust in democratic institutions through an innovative digital badge platform that aligns the activities of thous...