Our office is open every Friday from 10:30 AM–2:00 PM to support local organizers and community members. Stop by for snacks, coffee, sign-making supplies, a bathroom break, and whistle kit making to support community safety and rapid response efforts.

Join Team Georgia for our official kickoff meeting. We'll introduce our team leads and share information for the upcoming primary trip in Georgia's 13th Congressional district.

We'll be going down to Atlanta to support Jasmine Clark, who is going against David Scott, an incumbent who has not voted in six elections. As one of Georgia's only strong blue district, a strong legislator needs to be in that seat.

Learn more about why we're supporting Jasmine, the trip details, and our Team Leads Giovi and Whitney.

To learn more about Jasmine and our trip before our meeting, please see our State Overview Document here

Join us online to learn more about our upcoming travel, field plans, and the partners we’ll be organizing alongside in Atlanta

To learn more about our trip, please download our Common Power Action app. Iphone version here

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New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

4-5 PM PST // 7-8 PM EST

The story of Minneapolis policing unfolds through a century of reform and unrest.

The Maryland Lynching Memorial Project and the Institute for Common Power have partnered to present a new documentary by University of St. Thomas professor, Dr. Yohuru Williams, Paradox: Echoes of Reform and the Minneapolis Police.

Historian Yohuru Williams explores the history of reforming the Minneapolis Police and how George Floyd’s murder was a century in the making. The three-part series is a compelling blend of deep research, candid interviews, and rare archival footage. Paradox peers into the past of mayoral politics, community activism, and police union pushback to better consider our public safety future.

Get trained on techniques for engaging with voters: A virtual community sharing space to share challenges, solutions, and strategies to talk to voters in all our actions.

We'll go over different types of voter conversations, engagement techniques, and scenarios together!

Our office is open every Friday from 10:30 AM–2:00 PM to support local organizers and community members. Stop by for snacks, coffee, sign-making supplies, a bathroom break, and whistle kit making to support community safety and rapid response efforts.

Join volunteer host Barbara for coffee at PCC in Edmonds This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

This will be the fourth 4-book series facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power. The Educators for Democracy are current frontline teachers who are experienced in instructional design and who are committed to the work of teaching truth.

March 9th - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

April 13th - The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

May 11th - Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario

June 8th - The Hate U GIve by Angie Thomas

All meetings are on Mondays from 5:00-6:30 PST / 8:00-9:30 EST.

Banned Books Club is a free event (donations always appreciated!) facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power.

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!

Join fieldwork staff and Common Power volunteers on Wednesday, April 15th for a panel and discussion on talking to voters in 2026.

So far, Common Power has knocked doors in Texas and Illinois, and Georgia. We want to share those experiences with you. Come to this panel event if you're interested in learning about what voters are thinking, what types of conversations volunteers are having with voters and types of voters will will likely be talking to at doors this year.

Join volunteer host Susan for coffee at Gearhouse Coffee shop. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

The primary season is heating up and Common Power thinks Maine is going to be one of the HOTTEST spots to canvass!

In this volunteer meeting, we will have an update on everything team Maine, from travel logistics, fieldwork, our partner on the ground, and everything in between.

Please join us and say hi to your fellow volunteers and settle in to our cozy little Team Maine community.

Our office is open every Friday from 10:30 AM–2:00 PM to support local organizers and community members. Stop by for snacks, coffee, sign-making supplies, a bathroom break, and whistle kit making to support community safety and rapid response efforts.

Join volunteer host Kelly for coffee at Pilgrim Coffeehouse (Midvale location) from 10 AM to 12 PM. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

Join volunteer host Susan for coffee at C & P shop. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

Join volunteer host Barbara for coffee at Pico Cafe & Bakery. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

This meeting is for volunteers who are traveling to, or interested in joining, Team Tennessee to doorknock for Justin Pearson in TN-09! Join us for the latest updates on the trip, a look ahead at our plans in the state, and a chance to connect with your team leads and fellow volunteers.

Bring your questions -- we’ll make sure you leave with the answers and everything you need to feel ready and excited!

This year Common Power will be door knocking in battle ground swing states, there's a high chance volunteers will be knocking on their doors.

Latinx voters are the fastest-growing electorate in the United States. There are 36 million eligible voters nationwide. One million Latinx citizens become eligible to vote each year, that's 2 million new voters in 2026!

This training is meant to bring awareness to volunteers about this voter electorate, and to share best practices on engaging them in this year's midterm elections.

RSVP here.

Join Team CA for our Community Volunteer meeting as we prepare for our May trip. Learn more about our upcoming travel, field plans, and the partners we'll be organizing alongside in California!

We will be working to elect a strong progressive candidate for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives (CA-22).

We're supporting Randy Villegas in his bid for the House. Randy Villegas is proof that you don’t have to water down your values to compete in a toss-up district - you can lead with them. His campaign centers working families: expanding healthcare access, raising wages, and putting everyday people ahead of corporate interests.

Get trained on techniques for engaging with voters: A virtual community sharing space to share challenges, solutions, and strategies to talk to voters in all our actions.

We'll go over different types of voter conversations, engagement techniques, and scenarios together!

Our office is open every Friday from 10:30 AM–2:00 PM to support local organizers and community members. Stop by for snacks, coffee, sign-making supplies, a bathroom break, and whistle kit making to support community safety and rapid response efforts.

This mandatory meeting will cover details for the Team Georgia 13th Congressional District primary race for the candidate Jasmine Clark (May 1–6). We’ll review expectations, key information, and canvassing details to ensure everyone is prepared and ready to go!

Join our monthly virtual meeting with the Southern California Hub! Come learn how Common Power is locally organizing across Greater Los Angeles, and how we’re gearing up to meet the momentum of the midterms.

California has critical work ahead, with several competitive districts now in play following the passage of Prop 50. This Hub is committed to organizing in these key districts, deepening our existing community, and building lasting power. Join us to learn how you can get involved and help shape what’s next!

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!

Your most graceful exit plan.

This year, Common Power will be knocking on the doors of voters across party lines.Conversations about politics can be difficult, this training is meant to prepare you to know when and how to disengage from unproductive conversations with empathy towards the person in front of us.

RSVP here.

Join Team Iowa for our Community Volunteer meeting as we prepare for our May trip. Learn more about our plans and hear updates from the partner we'll be working with in Dubuque. We're supporting Rob Sand in his bid for the Iowa governorship, and we’ll be doing critical persuasion work in anticipation of the general election, since Rob is unopposed in the Democratic primary.

This meeting is an opportunity to connect with your fellow volunteers and talk with your team leads. Bring your questions!

Our office is open every Friday from 10:30 AM–2:00 PM to support local organizers and community members. Stop by for snacks, coffee, sign-making supplies, a bathroom break, and whistle kit making to support community safety and rapid response efforts.

New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

Get trained on how to have meaningful conversations with voters, learn how to practice deep listening and reflecting back to the person in front of you.

Common Power will be door knocking in battle ground states across the country. Based on experiences on the ground talking to voters we know voters are tired and have checked out of politics. Or politics have gotten deeply personal for them.

Come to this training to gain skills on deep listening, responding with empathy, and reflecting emotions back to the person in front of you at the door.

RSVP here.

Our Monthly Community Meetings take place every 1st Thursday of the month. This is a valuable opportunity for us to gather virtually and delve into the latest updates at Common Power. These meetings serve as an ideal platform to explore the various programs our dedicated staff are developing, seek clarification through interactive Q&A sessions, or enjoy the warmth of our community.

All meetings will be recorded for the benefit of our community and will be made available on CP's YouTube channel a few days after the event.

Your participation and support are greatly appreciated! Thank you for being part of Common Power.

Join volunteer host Kelly for coffee at Freya inside Nordic Museum on May 9th from 10 AM to 12 PM. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

Join volunteer hosts Whitney and Laura for coffee at the Edmonds Library rooftop on May 9th from 10 AM to 12 PM. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

This will be the fourth 4-book series facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power. The Educators for Democracy are current frontline teachers who are experienced in instructional design and who are committed to the work of teaching truth.

March 9th - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

April 13th - The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

May 11th - Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario

June 8th - The Hate U GIve by Angie Thomas

All meetings are on Mondays from 5:00-6:30 PST / 8:00-9:30 EST.

Banned Books Club is a free event (donations always appreciated!) facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power.

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!

This year Common Power will be door-knocking in swing states across the country. Our volunteers will be talking to voters across party lines, we want to prepare you to door knock with us by sharing what we're experiencing. Including trending topics and voter reactions at doors.

Our Talking to Voters training will be continuously updated to highlight the latest experiences with voters at the doors.

RSVP here

Join volunteer host Jim for coffee at Grateful Bread in North Seattle on May 16th from 10 AM to 12 PM. This is a casual coffee meet up to learn about Common Power.

Midterms are upon us, and Common Power is your go to Seattle based organization for work that impacts national elections. We need volunteers in the field door knocking with us to win back the House and flip some Senate seats for the midterm elections this year. We want to bring Common Power to your neighborhood, instead of waiting for you to find us.

Grab a coffee, ask questions about how to get involved and meet others in your neighborhood and community who are also eager to take action!

New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

Get trained on techniques for engaging with voters: A virtual community sharing space to share challenges, solutions, and strategies to talk to voters in all our actions.

We'll go over different types of voter conversations, engagement techniques, and scenarios together!

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!

New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

Our Monthly Community Meetings take place every 1st Thursday of the month. This is a valuable opportunity for us to gather virtually and delve into the latest updates at Common Power. These meetings serve as an ideal platform to explore the various programs our dedicated staff are developing, seek clarification through interactive Q&A sessions, or enjoy the warmth of our community.

All meetings will be recorded for the benefit of our community and will be made available on CP's YouTube channel a few days after the event.

Your participation and support are greatly appreciated! Thank you for being part of Common Power.

This will be the fourth 4-book series facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power. The Educators for Democracy are current frontline teachers who are experienced in instructional design and who are committed to the work of teaching truth.

March 9th - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

April 13th - The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

May 11th - Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario

June 8th - The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

All meetings are on Mondays from 5:00-6:30 PST / 8:00-9:30 EST.

Banned Books Club is a free event (donations always appreciated!) facilitated by the Educators for Democracy team at The Institute for Common Power.

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!

New and returning volunteers are welcome to learn about how we do FIeldwork at CP. We introduce the CP Way, our values and Fieldwork principles, how to navigate our door-knocking opportunities with the new administration and what’s coming up for volunteers to plug into.

Get trained on techniques for engaging with voters: A virtual community sharing space to share challenges, solutions, and strategies to talk to voters in all our actions.

We'll go over different types of voter conversations, engagement techniques, and scenarios together!

For volunteers who are ready to travel with us or want to learn more. The training will cover what you can expect from a trip, and the steps involved in preparing to travel with us, and what a CP trip looks like once we are on the ground!