Community

Resilient Communities: Rooted in Connection, Ready for Tomorrow

Communities grow stronger through connection and collaboration. By building trust, sharing resources, and working together, we can create resilience that helps us adapt and thrive for the future.

Discover How Communities Build Resilience

Every community around the world faces challenges—from natural disasters to economic changes—and find ways to adapt and thrive. I will spend (___) minutes exploring stories of community resilience and reflect on what lessons I can bring to my own community.
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10 Communities Find Ways to Thrive in a Changing Climate

Watch Stories of Resilience: Lessons from Local Adaptation Practice (6:09 mins)

Real World Resilience: Stories of Land, People, and Community
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Connect with Someone

Strong communities are built on connection and trust. I will reach out to (___) others—friends, colleagues, or neighbors—to check in, have a meaningful conversation, offer support, or to meet someone new near me.
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How to Meet Neighbors: Simple Tips for Getting Off on the Right Foot

Building Bridges: A Toolkit for Meaningful Conversations and Effective Dialogue

Active Minds: How to Help a Friend
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Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to (___) people or perform (___) random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.
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Kindness Ideas from the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation

14 Health Benefits of Practicing Gratitude According to Science

How to Express Gratitude: 20+ Creative Ways to Say Thank You
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Support Local Businesses

Supporting local businesses helps keep communities vibrant and resilient. I will choose to shop at (___) local businesses or restaurants, with a focus on businesses owned by people of color, local farmers, or community members.
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How to Find Black-Owned Businesses

USDA's Local Food Directory

Four Tips to Make it Easier to Shop Locally
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Take Part in a Community Beautification Project

Working together builds resilience and pride in the places we care about. I will participate in (___) community projects such as a cleanup or local beautification project that strengthens connections and shared purpose.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

73 Community Service Project Ideas

More Community Service Ideas!

Five Ways to Make Your Cleanup More Sustainable
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Attend a Local Event

Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend (___) community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Watch: TEDx: Resilience in turbulent times? The answer is community with Shani Graham (17:28 mins)

Eventbrite: Discover Events Near You

Farmers Market Directory
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Join a Group

Belonging to a group can help build friendships and a sense of purpose. I will explore online or in-person groups or clubs that share my interests or goals and join a group to connect with others.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Find Local Groups Based on Shared Interests with Meetup

Find Opportunities to Volunteer Near You

Film Recommendation: Join or Die
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Share Information about Local Resources

Knowledge of local resources helps communities thrive. I will learn about local resources, especially mutual aid groups, and share them with others on social media, in conversations, or in other ways that help spread the word.
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What is Mutual Aid?

Find and Share Information about Mutual Aid Groups Near You

Find Local Organizations, Nonprofits, and Services with Idealist
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Swap and Share with Others

Swapping and sharing resources reduces waste and builds community bonds. I will participate in (___) swaps or sharing activities, like borrowing items, attending or hosting a swap meet, or giving away items I no longer need to support a sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Connect with Your Local Community to Swap and Share Items for Free with BuyNothing

Explore Freecycle Network where People Give and Receive Items to Reduce Waste

How to Set Up a Neighborhood Sharing Network
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Host a Gathering

Bringing people together helps strengthen bonds. I will organize and host a gathering, such as a potluck, coffee meet up, or shared meal, for friends, family, colleagues, or neighbors to foster connection and community spirit.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

How to Host a Neighborhood Meet and Greet

Tips for Hosting a Potluck

How to Host a Community Event and Ideas for Events
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Offer a Skill or Service

Sharing our talents can benefit those around us. I will offer my skills or services that contribute to local self-sufficiency, such as teaching a repair skill or helping with a neighbor's garden.
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Find Opportunities to Share Your Skills as a Volunteer

Find Opportunities to Become a Mentor

Five Ways to Share Your Skills with Others
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CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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