Welcome To the Strategic Nonviolence Academy
Seek Your Liberation with Diligence
The Strategic Nonviolence Academy develops powerful leaders by weaving the Soul of nonviolent discipline, the Science of strategic action, and the Art of building community power—to forge a more just and equitable world.
Applications for our fall cohort are now open! Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis, and space is limited.
Our Philosphy
Grounded in Purpose, Ready for Action
The Strategic Nonviolence Academy serves as a staging ground for the disciplined work of liberation. Our approach is built on the necessary link between Head, Heart, and Feet.
To be effective and resilient, https://dazard.vip/ a movement needs all three working together. It needs a Head for sharp strategic analysis, a Heart sustained by both personal reflection and clear principles, and Feet to build and structure community power. A strategy is useless without a community to enact it, and a community is aimless without a clear strategy. Our programs and long-term support help you develop these integrated skills to contribute to a more just and equitable world.
Join the Circle of Learners
This is our public square—a place for curious folks and seasoned builders alike to engage with the work of liberation. Join our live online offerings to connect with the community and learn both timeless principles and timely tactics for the work of liberation.
Our Programs
Our Programs
Forging Resilient Movements, Together
At the Strategic Nonviolence Academy, we are guided by a core principle: the foundation of powerful movements is community. That simple truth is the foundation of our work together.
Our programs are built as immersive, cohort-based experiences, grounded in the belief that building community power is a craft—one that is honed through dedicated practice within a supportive community.
The Essentials of Strategic Nonviolence
Our comprehensive core curriculum is designed to equip you with a deep understanding of strategic nonviolent action
Live
Webinars
Our live webinars translate foundational wisdom into practical, real-world tools, making nonviolent strategies accessible for everyone on the front lines
Advanced
Schools
Want to explore more of the head, heart, and feet? We will be hosting deep-dive spaces that will deepen your understanding of these
How to Get Involved
Get information on the programs in the academy that will fit you and your movement needs