The Community Playbook
Practical toolkits, guides, and curated resources to help communities organize, respond, and care for one another.

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13
Feb
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AI and Chatbots in Organizing: Using the Tools We Have to Fight for the Future We Need

The concerns about artificial intelligence are real and serious. AI systems amplify biases, threaten jobs and livelihoods, concentrate power in
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11
Feb
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Keeping Our Protests Peaceful: A Guide to De-escalation for Organizers and Activists

De-escalation isn't about backing down from your values—it's about protecting your movement, participants, and message. When you respond to provocation with discipline, you maintain moral authority and keep your message centered.
4 min read
09
Feb
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Email Recommendations for Privacy & Security

Your email account unlocks dozens of other services, making your choice of provider one of the most important — and overlooked — privacy decisions you'll make. Here's what to look for and which services actually protect your data.
3 min read
08
Feb
Why people are rethinking Ring cameras

Why people are rethinking Ring cameras

Smart doorbells and home security cameras are marketed as tools for safety and peace of mind. But for many people,
4 min read
05
Feb
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The Community Playbook is a practical, values-driven resource for people working to protect and strengthen their communities. Across the country,
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