All people can live free from fear.
Western States Center envisions inclusive democratic movements and societies rooted in justice and equity.
The four pillars of our work
Build Movements
We strengthen the organizing capacity of often-marginalized communities, with an emphasis on gender and racial justice.
Develop Leaders
We provide training, leadership development, and organizational capacity support to social justice movement leaders.
Shift
Culture
We convene culture-makers to shift the narrative and use culture as a vehicle for social change.
Defend Democracy
We help communities and civil society effectively respond to anti-democratic social movements.
Oregon & Washington Solidarity with Minnesota
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Safeguarding Arts & Culture Spaces:
A Pro-Democracy Guide for Idaho Venues
Readers will gain the resources to develop policies, protocols, and practices that can be the foundation for a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This will help venues respond to challenges and build capacity for mitigating and managing difficult situations.
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Tools & Resources
Our resources are for impactful leaders, especially those within pro-democracy institutions: public schools, local governments and nonprofit organizations.
Discover toolkits, and trainings to support your community to recognize and resist bigotry and anti-democracy forces.
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