Resources

What can I do to address polarization in my community?

The good news is that there are many resources and opportunities to help us take action. Below are a few that partners have recommended. Some will be more suited to your particular community than others. All of them offer ways to approach issues of division and polarization constructively. They are for you to explore.

We hope that you will use these resources to make a positive impact in your community. Our goal is to equip trusted messengers (that's you) with the tools necessary to create change.

Navigating Difficult Conversations

How do we engage civilly across our differences? Learning to communicate for connection and understanding can help reduce violence and polarization. Explore these resources for further information.

Midterm Election Resources

Find reliable election information, opportunities to participate in elections, resources for businesses and organizations, and more.

Emerging Leaders for Community Change

Emerging Leaders for Community Change (ELCC) is a program designed to help emerging Arizona leaders build skills to create community change and a brighter future for Arizona. APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW -UNTIL DECEMBER 15, 2026

Faith-Focused Resources

Faith communities can play an important role in reducing political tension and polarization in our communities. Find information from faith-focused resources that aim to improve civility and constructive dialogue.

AZ Together Video Campaign

The AZ Together video project is a series of public service announcement videos under one message: "Better Conversations, Stronger Arizona." Each video pairs two respected Arizona voices, often from opposite sides of the aisle, who disagree on real issues but choose to discuss those differences with respect instead of contempt.