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

Paths to Peace and Conflict: From the Body to the International

Do you want to strengthen your understanding of peace and conflict processes? Join our course, where we explore peacebuilding with an inclusive and intersectional lens to shed light on ways we can strengthen peace processes.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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

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

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

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

Grassroots Resistance to Fracking in Texas

Discover how a South Asian immigrant mother led a successful grassroots movement against fracking in conservative Texas, highlighting the power of community activism and environmental advocacy.

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

Local Solutions for Sustainable Development

Explore innovative local approaches to sustainable urban development, addressing challenges like pollution and infrastructure while emphasizing the crucial role of local authorities in achieving global sustainability goals.

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

The Aspen Institute

Weaving a New Social Fabric for America - Rebuilding Trust and Belonging

Explore strategies to rebuild trust and foster a shared sense of belonging in America through grassroots efforts and community engagement, featuring insights from David Brooks and Frederick Riley.

• YouTube
• 51 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

Mahindra Humanities Center

Scales of Environmental Justice: Building a Transformative Politics

Explore environmental justice with experts discussing transformative politics, community initiatives, and intersectional approaches to address ecological challenges and social inequities.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Coming Together for Impact - Our Rights, Our Time and Our Future

Inspiring leaders discuss grassroots efforts, collective power, and activism to advance equity and justice. Features performances, insights, and calls to action from diverse voices in social movements.

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

Apathy to Action - Rebuilding Trust in the Democratic Process

Empowering citizens through small, actionable steps to engage in democracy, overcome political apathy, and create meaningful change despite complex challenges.

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

The Aspen Institute

Generosity - Revitalizing Democracy Together

Explore how engaged citizens can revitalize democracy through volunteerism and leadership. Discover motivations and obstacles for civic participation in this thought-provoking discussion.

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