Grassroots Activism Courses and Certifications

Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About

22 ratings at Coursera

Explore firearm purchaser licensing policies, their effectiveness in reducing gun violence, and public support. Learn about implementation, legal aspects, and grassroots advocacy for these background check measures.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

TED

How to Foster True Diversity and Inclusion at Work - and in Your Community

Rosalind G. Brewer shares insights on creating genuine inclusivity in workplaces and communities, emphasizing relationship-building over metrics and providing actionable strategies for grassroots change in boardrooms and beyond.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

TED

A Crash Course in Making Political Change

Activist Katie Fahey shares her inspiring journey of leading a successful grassroots movement to end gerrymandering in Michigan, demonstrating how ordinary citizens can drive significant political change through social media and community engagement.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Building the Capacity of Community Providers

Grassroots organizers and tech entrepreneurs discuss innovative tools and ideas to support affordable local community sports programs, emphasizing increased access and the importance of youth participation in sports.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

TED

The Grassroots Movement Transforming Public Safety

Discover how community-led peace programs are redefining public safety through the Scaling Safety initiative, featuring insights from a key negotiator of LA's historic 1992 gang peace treaty.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How GENs Arose out of Moms Organizing to Protect Their Children's Future - Session 2-3

Discover how mothers organized to create Geothermal Energy Networks, leveraging people power and political influence to address climate change and protect future generations.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Climate Actionism - From Talking to Taking Action

Inspiring climate actionist shares her journey from childhood curiosity to leading a nationwide sustainable initiative, empowering youth and replacing thousands of single-use plastic bags with eco-friendly alternatives.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Empowering Local Communities Through Charitable Projects

Discover how charitable projects can empower local communities, create lasting support, and provide disadvantaged children with better futures through active participation and service work.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Activism Shapes Lives - A Journey of Peace and Understanding

Explore how activism transforms lives through Sameer Ali Khan's journey, initiatives, and vision for fostering peace and understanding among diverse communities in Pakistan via travel and storytelling.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Power of Community Collaboration for Social Impact

Discover how united communities drive social change through real-world examples. Learn strategies for effective collaboration and uncover the extraordinary potential of collective action in addressing pressing societal issues.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ubuntu OnAir

Local Communities and Their Role in Open Source Communities

Explore the importance of local teams in open-source communities, focusing on grassroots growth and diversity. Learn strategies for building charters and revitalizing Ubuntu's local community council.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How I Stopped Worrying and Embraced Climate Activism

Scopri come l'attivismo locale e comunitario può essere la chiave per affrontare il cambiamento climatico. Szymon Pajzert condivide suggerimenti pratici per un'azione collettiva efficace.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

media.ccc.de

Bid3 and Counter-Militarism Mapping: Decentralized Grassroots Support in Sudan

Exploring innovative tech-art projects in Sudan: Bid3a's socio-political interventions and Sudan Civic Map's counter-militarization efforts to support grassroots movements and challenge dominant narratives.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Undaunted - Defining Moments in Global Health Leadership

Global health leaders share pivotal experiences that shaped their approaches to challenges, offering insights into resilience, leadership, and driving change in grassroots healthcare initiatives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Community Power Building as Community Resiliency

Explore community-led efforts for building resilience and power in response to historical injustices. Learn from leaders about sustainable change through leadership development, advocacy, and organizing.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video