Reimagining Democracy: Tools, Strategies, and Inspiration for 2025

Reimagining Democracy: Tools, Strategies, and Inspiration for 2025

As elections wrap up, you’ve likely felt both pride in what you’ve accomplished and the weight of what lies ahead. With over 100,000 elections expected globally in 2025, the stakes, and opportunities, are high.

In this edition of Build The Future, we're diving into strategies, sharing stories, and inviting you to a workshop to help you inspire participation, reimagine representation, and build movements that last.


📈 Uncontested elections are quietly reshaping democracy

Did you know 60%-70% of local and state races go uncontested? When candidates don’t arise for the challenge, democracy falters, leaving communities without a choice. With thousands of positions up for election in 2025, the time for change is now.

Infographic of Jay Godfrey's blog on what voters can do about uncontested elections, voting being the very minimum.

Jay Godfrey , VP of Customer Success at NationBuilder, reveals strategies to inspire more participation and equip citizens with the tools to step into leadership. Let’s address this challenge head-on and create a more representative future.

Discover how to foster participation


🌏 There's hope: The Community Independent Movement

Across Australia, communities are proving that representation can be reimagined. Voters have been gathering to practice unbiased listening to their local voices and transforming these insights into powerful, representative campaigns. This shift is not being led by politicians; But instead, by the citizens who are taking control of the structure of political systems in a way that’s fundamentally changing the election process.

An image of The Independent Voice Movement in action. The community is gathered for active listening sessions to learn more about what their neighbors and peers are looking for out of their next community leader.

Discover how this movement leverages tools like NationBuilder to drive change—and get inspired to bring these strategies to your own community.

Read the full story


🗳️ The future of democracy is in y(our) hands

You've seen the trends, you've felt the energy of those leading change—now it’s your turn. With NationBuilder’s Run for Office Plan, we make it easier than ever to turn your passion into action.

An infographic of the run for office plan by NationBuilder. All of the tools you need to build the future, for just $2 a day.

Whether you're starting with a website, mobilizing supporters, or shaping your message, your campaign is equipped every step of the way. For just $2 a day, you can unlock the tools to build your momentum and rally your community. The path to leadership starts here.

Discover the Run For Office Plan


📬 Live Workshop: Organizing Beyond Election Day

The 2024 elections may be behind you, but your movement is just beginning. Join NationBuilder’s Madeleine Cazes and Michael O'Neil for an interactive workshop on turning post-election energy into lasting impact.

A graphic for the upcoming zoom workshop 'Organizing Beyond Election Day: Sustaining Support and Driving Change' with an image of the Arrive theme by NationBuilder.

From keeping your email list warm to recruiting support to reach your goals, we’ll give you the tools to build long-lasting champions of your cause and develop your supporters' leadership capacity!

RSVP to claim your seat


As we look toward 2025, the opportunities to reshape our democracy are endless. The future of political leadership is being written by the citizens who are ready to step forward, make their community's voices heard, and take action.

The tools are here, the strategies are clear, and the time to act is now.

Are you ready to lead?


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