Build community power and capacity to advocate for policy changes that address root causes of community challenges.
Based on organizing models developed by Saul Alinsky and refined by organizations like IAF and PICO, these approaches have achieved significant policy victories in thousands of communities.
75% of well-organized campaigns achieve significant policy wins
50% increase in community members engaged in leadership roles
40% increase in voter turnout and civic participation
60% of priority community issues addressed through policy change
Sustained community organizations with ongoing advocacy capacity
Comprehensive organizing guide with campaign planning tools and advocacy strategies
Emerging from practitioner-informed methods — further validation may be needed.
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