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Digital Advocacy Coalition Building Systems Change

Digital Media in Action

Shawna Stillwell
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🎧 Podcast: “Free The Land, How We Can Fight Poverty and Climate Chaos. Audrea Lim,”

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🎧 Explore How Digital Media Transforms Advocacy into Impact

In an era of nonstop headlines and digital noise, podcasts have emerged as one of the most powerful platforms for authentic storytelling and community-powered communication. Whether you’re running a movement or recording from your kitchen table, a mic and a message can spark real change. That’s what this image represents: not just tech, but a tool for truth-telling in a world that needs more of it.

Digital tools have democratized how we tell stories, build audiences, and push for systemic change. Podcasts, in particular, let organizers, educators, and everyday citizens cut through the noise with clarity and purpose.

One standout example?
🎙 “Free The Land: How We Can Fight Poverty and Climate Chaos” with Audrea Lim
This episode unpacks the connection between economic justice and environmental resilience—and how community-driven solutions must lead the charge.

Tools That Power the Message

Below are curated examples of how digital tools support systems-change communication. From collaborative platforms to strategic design assets, these tools show what’s possible when we blend creativity with purpose:

  • 🖥 Creative Acts (2023) — Real-world programs using art, storytelling, and education to disrupt cycles of incarceration and injustice.
    🔗 Explore programs

  • 📊 Website Evaluation Guide — A framework to assess whether your online presence is doing the work your mission deserves.
    🔗 View guide

  • 🛠 Tool Explorer — Compare platforms like Slack, Trello, and Notion to power your organizing from the ground up.
    🔗 Compare platforms

From podcasting to platform-building, today’s digital tools don’t just amplify your voice—they build the scaffolding for real, lasting change. Whether you’re launching a campaign or holding space for deep conversations, the tech is here. And so are we.

Today’s media isn’t just about going viral—it’s about going visible. Digital platforms allow marginalized voices to bypass gatekeepers and speak directly to audiences that matter. From Instagram carousels breaking down policy to livestreams of public hearings, the power of presence has shifted. It no longer requires a press pass—just purpose, strategy, and the right tools. By embracing these platforms, advocates aren’t just reacting to the moment—they’re shaping the narrative.

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