Learn About Local Issues
Browse quick facts about housing, food, schools, and health in your community. Pick one issue that matters to you.
Education and Opportunity
Get+Started
~15 min
From your couch
Why it matters: understanding is the first step to action.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Discover Who Represents You
Find your city, county, state, and federal officials. Save their offices’ phone numbers and emails.
Governance, Rights and Democracy
Get+Started
~10 min
From your couch
Why it matters: contact the right office, at the right time, with a clear ask.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Three Good Things
Write down three things that went well today. Share one with a neighbor, friend, or coworker.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Started
~10 min
From your couch
Why it matters: simple habits build resilience and connection.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Attend a Civic Meetup
Show up to a local gathering—library talk, neighborhood meeting, or town hall. Listen for what your neighbors need.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Informed
~1.5 hr
Houston-first
Why it matters: relationships make problem-solving possible.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Take a Civic Quiz
Check your understanding of how decisions get made—from city council to school boards and state agencies.
Governance, Rights and Democracy
Get+Informed
~8 min
From your couch
Why it matters: clarity reduces friction and builds confidence.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Join a Community Circle
Practice listening across differences. Share stories. Build trust with neighbors and partners.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Informed
~1.5 hr
Houston-first
Why it matters: belonging is a public good.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Share Your Story
Write 200–300 words about a time you helped or were helped. Optionally submit for publication.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Involved
Storytelling and Narrative
~20 min
Why it matters: stories move people to act.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Attend a Local Art or Storytelling Event
Support a community-led event that brings people together and sparks ideas.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Involved
~1.5 hr
Houston-first
Why it matters: culture builds common ground.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Volunteer with a Cause
Spend a few hours this month supporting food, shelter, education, or health programs.
Basic Needs and Economic Security
Health, Wellness and Care
Get+Involved
~2 hr
Why it matters: service builds trust and momentum.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Host a Civic Gathering
Invite 6–10 people. Share stories, map strengths, and pick a small local project to do together.
Community, Culture and Belonging
Get+Involved
~2 hr
Why it matters: small teams make real things happen.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Start or Join a Civic Team
Choose a focus (parks, schools, food security). Set a monthly meet‑up and a 90‑day project goal.
Systems Change and Structural Power
Get+Involved
~2 hr
Why it matters: organized neighbors can move mountains.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Contribute to a Community Data Project
Help collect, map, or verify information to improve services and accountability.
Environment and Infrastructure
Education and Opportunity
Get+Involved
~30 min
From your couch
Why it matters: better data → better decisions.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Join an Advocacy Campaign
Add your name, show up to a briefing, and make 3 calls with a clear, respectful message.
Governance, Rights and Democracy
Get+Activated
~45 min
Why it matters: consistent voices shape public priorities.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Attend or Speak at a Public Meeting
Pick one issue, prepare a 60‑second message, and show up respectfully.
Governance, Rights and Democracy
Get+Activated
~2 hr
Houston-first
Why it matters: your voice becomes part of the public record.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Organize Around a Local Issue
Map stakeholders, build a simple power analysis, and choose a next right ask.
Systems Change and Structural Power
Get+Activated
~3 hr
Why it matters: sustained teams shift systems.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.
Participate in the Civic Impact Engine
Explore actions, data, and partners through The Change Lab’s dashboard as it grows.
Governance, Rights and Democracy
Systems Change and Structural Power
Get+Activated
From your couch
Why it matters: shared maps align effort.
Progress on safe housing, nutritious food, education, and affordable healthcare is shaped by leaders at every level—and by all of us who show up, speak out, and help hold them accountable.