January 15, 2019
New Handout: Framing the Conflict
This downloadable handout is a short primer about how to frame a bottom vs. top polarization, instead of a left vs. right polarization.
October 18, 2018
Lancaster Stands Up profiled in The Nation
Since the 2016 election, Beyond the Choir has been supporting the new grassroots effort Lancaster Stands Up, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Jimmy Tobias first came to Lancaster in spring of 2017 to cover this effort for The Nation. Now he’s returned …
September 1, 2018
Veterans Organizing Institute 2019
The next Veterans Organizing Institute (VOI) training is scheduled for June 2019. The application form will be posted in early January. Sign up here to become part of the VOI community and receive an email update when applications open, and …
November 16, 2016
Hegemony How-To: A Roadmap for Radicals
“As the world faces the horrors of a Trump presidency, many good people are asking, ‘What can I do?’ Jonathan Smucker’s book provides an urgent field manual for answering that question.” —Jeremy Scahill
December 1, 2017
Highlights from 2017 Veterans Organizing Institute
Beyond the Choir is excited to report that the 2017 Veterans Organizing Institute was a smashing success! Over the weekend of November 2nd to 5th, we brought together 27 diverse veterans from around the country for an intensive three days …
November 9, 2017
Beyond the Choir Hiring Field Organizers for PA Work
We’re hiring two full-time field organizers for our organizing and training work in eastern Pennsylvania.
October 17, 2017
Apply: Training for Emerging Leaders in Pennsylvania (Jan. 5-7)
We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for a 3-day intensive training for emergent progressive leaders in southeastern Pennsylvania.
May 12, 2017
Lancaster Stands Up covered in The Nation
“Founded in the wake of Trump’s victory and led by a 12-person leadership committee, Lancaster Stands Up aims to upend politics-as-usual in this central Pennsylvania city.” —The Nation
December 6, 2016
Beyond the Choir Hiring Senior Strategist/Trainer
Beyond the Choir is seeking an experienced full-time person for our training and strategic advising work. UPDATE: This position has been filled.
November 16, 2016
3 Tips for Plugging People In — an organizing tool
Attracting new volunteers is essential for any movement group that wants to grow in size & capacity. But getting folks in the door is only the first step. Here are three tips for plugging people in.
