The Work of Democracy Is Never Finished — Neither Are We.
Our mission is to empower citizens to join the pro-democracy movement at a local level.
Our vision is an America where the pillars of our republic – the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, are unshakeable and protected by a renewed civic spirit.
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Events
Tuesday Night Action Calls
Change doesn’t happen in isolation; it happens when people come together, get informed, and get to work. Our Tuesday night Action Calls are your weekly gathering place for democracy in action, where we bring together engaged citizens, expert speakers, and grassroots organizers to dig into the issues that matter most and build the skills to defend democracy.
Defense of Democracy Film Festival
Held during Pride Month, the 2026 festival highlights documentary films that confront attacks on public education, book bans, censorship, the marginalization of LGBTQIA+ communities, and the erosion of intellectual and academic freedom. These films do more than document injustice — they ask who pays the price when voices are silenced, histories are erased, and fear is normalized.
Upcoming Workshops and Events
Teacher
Thank-A-Thon
May 1, 2026
During the month of May, Defense of Democracy is partnering with Reads with Rachel to mobilize volunteers to attend school board meetings with the goal of publicly thanking their favorite teacher!
ICE Panel
Discussion
April 21,2026
Join us on April 21 at 8:00 PM EDT for a critical panel on the 2026 ICE surge and its expansion into new hubs like Raleigh and Phoenix. We’ll dive into the legal and humanitarian impacts of the $85 billion enforcement bill, from “detention warehouses” to the psychological toll on our schools and communities.