Rights & Democracy is a multi-issue grassroots organization working on social, racial, environmental, and economic justice issues. We are building a movement across Vermont and New Hampshire to bring about the transformative change our communities need. 

The key to building a collective movement is YOU.  

RAD is committed to building a strong multiracial democracy and equitable, thriving communities in our states. To make this happen, RAD needs a solid foundation. Sustaining members are the strong roots that hold us up and keep us going.

What does it mean to be a member of RAD?

• • • • You get a RAD t-shirt!
      • Vote in our member-driven candidate endorsement process.
      • Attend our annual Membership Assembly and have a voice in our organizational governance.
      • Through RAD and our national affiliates, receive access to a wealth of training opportunities and educational resources including:

• • • • In your local chapter nominate yourself or others to join our statewide leadership committees
      • Be the first to find out about regional and national assemblies and direct actions coordinated by our national networks, the Center for Popular Democracy and People’s Action.
      • Help direct the work of the organization from the ground up.

What does RAD offer to regional member-led chapters?

Organizational Support – Staff and organizational resources, including regular access to a staff regional organizer for support with trainings, events, organizing, and logistics.

Strategy – Support in long-term proactive strategizing around issue-based and electoral campaigns in your region.

Building a Bigger We – Connect your local organizing to the national movement. In addition to our regional work, RAD is a member of powerful national progressive networks like People’s Action and Center for Popular Democracy.

Training – RAD and our affiliates provide a multitude of opportunities for statewide, regional and national trainings for emerging leaders, as well as coordinating action trips to DC and key out-of-state targets.

Communications Support – RAD can help to amplify chapter work and local events to our state and regional networks.

Legal Resources – Align your local chapter’s issue and electoral work with RAD’s legal infrastructure and coalitions. We are a 501(c)4 with a sister 501(c)3 organization, Rights & Democracy Institute.