Join Democracy Out Loud
Be a voice for an inclusive and fair democracy!
Our peaceful activist community works together for a democracy that improves people’s lives. All people. We hold our elected representatives accountable. We embody peaceful persistent power.
About Democracy Out Loud
Democracy Out Loud has championed fair and inclusive democracy since our first march in front of the Federal Building in January 2017. As we have continued to grow, we have increased our activism to include the halls of the NCGA. We invite you to join us to peacefully advocate for the things that are good for our communities and our country:
- The freedom to vote and for each vote to count equally.
- Education that allows children to pursue their dreams, no matter where they come from.
- Access to quality healthcare near home.
- Safe communities that are free from the fear of gun violence.
- Strengthening our economy by paying workers a living wage.
- Trusting women with their own reproductive and healthcare decisions.
- Welcoming migrants and their cultures, which enrich our country.
- Ensuring that our systems work equally for Black, brown, LGBTQ, working, poor, disabled, young, and new Americans.
- Putting clean air and water for all above corporate profit for a few.
We believe that to maintain our right to peacefully protest, we must exercise that right. You will find us taking to the streets with passion, marching, singing, and proudly carrying signs that advocate for our values. You will also find us lobbying, canvassing, calling, texting, writing letters, and having honest conversations with our elected officials on the street and in our meetings.
At our meetings, we discuss current concerns and share actionable steps. We hear from inspiring speakers who shed light on the crucial work of their community groups. Our community thrives on open and honest conversations with political candidates. We also support each other’s individual calls to action, including anti-racism, environmentalism, voting rights, healthcare, income equity, food, housing, and immigration reform. Our power is in the activism we inspire in our community.
Get Involved
With the recent elections, it is especially important that we each find our role in protecting our democracy and the people it serves. If you would like to connect with people who are interested in creating positive change, come to a meeting. If you would like to speak on behalf of your organization, we would love to hear from you. Here is how you can get involved:
- Attend our weekly online meetings Tuesdays 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Email us at DemocracyOutLoud@gmail.com for a Zoom link.
- Subscribe to our Substack for weekly inspiration and actions.
- Join the NCGA Response Team. Stay informed about bills in our state legislature, speak at committee meetings and advocate for legislation that will help the people of NC. Email us to join.
- Email us to subscribe to the Climate Crisis Newsletter.
- Join the conversation on our Facebook Page, Facebook Group, Bluesky, YouTube, Instagram or Threads.
- Join us at a march, at the NCGA, or at other events. These are announced at our meetings, in the weekly newsletter or via social media.
We are proud to be an Indivisible group. The Raging Grannies have been part of our community since our very first march.
Other Ways to Take Action
- Join or start an Indivisible group close to home.
- Download the 5 Calls app and use it daily.
- Use Resistbot to contact your representatives in writing.
- Check Mobilize.us for events near you.
- Check your purchases on Buycott and Goods Unite Us.
- Follow Everyday Election Activism.
- Find your local representatives on Ballot Ready and get to know them.
- Check your registration.
Ready to make a difference?
Join us to be part of the action and also to learn from other people and groups dedicated to supporting our neighbors in communities across North Carolina. We look forward to working together to exercise peaceful persistent power.