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but does not know where or how to start. After fifty-seven years of organizing I thought I had seen or heard everything, but this book shows there is always something new to learn." -- Eliseo Medina, Former 2nd Vice President, UFW and former International Seceretary-Treasurer, SEIU"If there was ever a moment when this message needed to be heard, this is it! Read it, and then get to work!" -- Bill McKibben"Marshall Ganz shares his brilliance about how people learn in this must-read book. It couldn't be timelier, and yet also timeless. With the spiraling effect of artificial intelligence on top of so-called social media, understanding how consciousness shifts and what the mechanisms include, will prepare activists and organizers for the present and the future. This book, and the author's thinking and practice, cut across issue lines to the core of how to enable the change process. Ganz's decades of transformational work in the field are unlocked in this politically urgent book." -- Jane McAlevey"Amidst the global crisis of democracies teetering on the brink, Ganz's book provides a critical beacon of hope and guidance. In an era where the once-touted power of social media in driving social change has proven to be largely illusory, Ganz provides key concepts for real and enduring social progress grounded in hope for possible futures, not fear, grievances and nostalgia. This book masterfully intertwines the crucial concepts of storytelling, strategy, action, organization, and leadership development into a coherent framework for change. I have met dissidents and organizers from around the world whose lives and work have been directly influenced by Ganz's ideas. For the first time, Ganz's principal teachings are brought together in one place, offering an indispensable resource for all those committed to strengthening democracy." -- Deb Roy"Marshall Ganz draws on cutting edge social science and more than a half-century working in the trenches of progressive politics to produce a tool kit for democratic organizing. Part Alinsky's Rules for Radicals, updated for the 21st century, and part reflection on the demands of real democracy, People, Power, Change shows how people without institutional power have won lasting change. They have done so by refusing the boundaries many of us are too quick to accept between protest and politics and between story and strategy. People, Power, Change makes a persuasive case for thinking about change very differently. A signal achievement.ENEN" -- Francesca PolettaENEN"This is the foundational book that Ganz was destined to write, full of the wisdom of a lifelong practitioner, learner and teacher of organizing. May we grab a hold of this roadmap toward a renewal of our democracy in America, and organize, organize, organize." -- Ai-Jen Poo"Marshall Ganz's new book - People, Power, Change: Organizing for Democratic Renewal- is a master class in the Art and Science of the craft of organizing. A must read for all organizers - veterans and rookies alike and for anyone who yearns for social change but does not know where or how to start. After 57 years of organizing I tought I had seen or heard everything , but this book shows there is always something new to learn." -- Eliseo Medina"As an organizer, I was lucky to receive Marshall's coaching first hand. This book offers Marshall's hard-earned wisdom to everyone. It is timely and important. Reading People, Power, Change feels like sitting next to Marshall, hearing stories from nearly 60-years of historic social movements. It is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for building a future where we live together with dignity, equality, and hope." -- Dyanna Jaye"People, Power, and Change is a guidebook and learning journey for people yearning for authentic and lasting social, cultural, and political change, which explores five core competencies for organizing and working within an actionable framework for how to change the world. His engaging and motivating book covers the craft of organizing, which Ganz calls "the practice of democracy"." -- R. Tolley, Choice
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5.0 out of 5 stars A spirited and deeply engaging book on doing democracy together
Marshall Ganz's "People Power Change" is a deeply valuable source of concise learning, inspiration, and hope, especially in times when things seem to come apart or emotions and energies explode without a shared purpose, structure or direction.While many scholars and commentators help us understand the critical unraveling of our democracies, the crisis of inequality, and climate-induced threats to our livelihoods, few offer such a rich framework for moving from inertia or apathy to action as Ganz does in this long-awaited book.Ganz covers core ideas, stories, and concepts, bringing to life the full spectrum of the often difficult and demanding work of organizing and leading social change efforts. It applies to much broader contexts than that of grassroots or labor organizing and has shown its efficacy also in complex formal institutions such as health and care systems and change processes in large private sector firms and industries. Across the globe.He weaves the real-life lessons of his extraordinary journey into the development of core concepts, allowing readers to engage with the text and the struggles, successes, and failures of a life of civic service. This approach gives readers a much deeper sense of the craft of building stronger communities locally or a democracy fit for our challenging times more broadly.You can't help but feel a sense of history-making on these pages, as Ganz takes us through his lived experiences—from the moral lessons of the Second World War through the civil rights movement, the farm workers movement, the assassination of Bobby Kennedy, and onwards to innovations in large-scale political campaigning, culminating in the Obama campaign in 2007-8. However, the book does not end here and does not offer a simple formula or blueprint as many others do, thereby reducing complexity and neglecting the importance of context. Instead of an exclamation mark—do this to succeed—it ends with an invitation: will you join us?In a world saturated by dreams of building societal machines of efficiency and predictability, the book offers a plausible yet daunting alternative way forward: it insists that true revitalization of our societies in times of crisis and conflict comes from organising communities by rebuilding civic relationship, reinterpreting our values and shared stories to allow us to find common ground anew, and thereby yet again carrying the democratic promise onwards with a sense of renewed purpose.This is a key power of the book and of Ganz's practice and teaching—not least how it allows us to appreciate our capacity as individuals and groups to come together and reinterpret our resources in light of both threats and opportunities for engaging with hope and resourcefulness. The book opens to a global perspective across cultures, traditions, and political contexts, inviting readers to embrace our current, collective predicament and to accept our responsibility to play however small a part in countering the current cynicism and apathy with a renewed sense of urgency and agency
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most essential books (and teachers) about organizing and mobilizing people
Marshall Ganz's "People, Power, Change" is a brilliant distillation of his extensive experience and expertise in democratic organizing. Having studied and worked with Ganz, I can say this book perfectly captures his key ideas.What's fantastic about "People, Power, Change" is how accessible it is. The book lays out a clear framework for organizing, focusing on relationships, values and narratives, strategy, structure, and accountability. Ganz uses real-world examples from his own life in social movements to bring these concepts to life, making them easy to understand and apply to various issues.This isn't just a book for community organizers or politicians. It's essential reading for any manager or leader who wants to mobilize people and drive meaningful change. Ganz's insights are timely and relevant, especially now when our collective ability to create change feels weakened.In short, "People, Power, Change" is a must-read for anyone looking to make an impact. It's a practical, inspiring guide from one of the best in the field.
5.0 out of 5 stars Deep, practical, insightful book!
I have known Marshall Ganz for 15+ years and this book is a pinnacle of his thought. Easy to read, yet deep and practical. I have been practicing his approach to community organizing for 2 decades and I can tell you that it works!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great outline of techniques for achieving change.
Upgraded my skills in organizing.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! An essential addition to every oreganizer's library.
Master Organizer Marshall Ganz's new book is very, very good. Buy a copy and increase your organizing skills and insights.
5.0 out of 5 stars A book about practices for organizing, and life
Marshall’s deep wisdom and articulation of what organizing can be, and has been, for the lifeblood of a living democracy shines thru in the book. Appreciating the nexus between organizing and democracy and what it really means to live in purpose with others. Much more than a “how to” manual, it’s an invitation to reflect on what it can mean to live a life of on going practice and learning. There are concrete practices but also an underlying ethos of belief in ourselves and in each other, grounded in attention to craft and learning, that bring the book alive. Kudos on this. Highly recommend
Amazing book
An awesome book by a legend in organizing. A critical book for a better planet.
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but does not know where or how to start. After fifty-seven years of organizing I thought I had seen or heard everything, but this book shows there is always something new to learn." -- Eliseo Medina, Former 2nd Vice President, UFW and former International Seceretary-Treasurer, SEIU"If there was ever a moment when this message needed to be heard, this is it! Read it, and then get to work!" -- Bill McKibben"Marshall Ganz shares his brilliance about how people learn in this must-read book. It couldn't be timelier, and yet also timeless. With the spiraling effect of artificial intelligence on top of so-called social media, understanding how consciousness shifts and what the mechanisms include, will prepare activists and organizers for the present and the future. This book, and the author's thinking and practice, cut across issue lines to the core of how to enable the change process. Ganz's decades of transformational work in the field are unlocked in this politically urgent book." -- Jane McAlevey"Amidst the global crisis of democracies teetering on the brink, Ganz's book provides a critical beacon of hope and guidance. In an era where the once-touted power of social media in driving social change has proven to be largely illusory, Ganz provides key concepts for real and enduring social progress grounded in hope for possible futures, not fear, grievances and nostalgia. This book masterfully intertwines the crucial concepts of storytelling, strategy, action, organization, and leadership development into a coherent framework for change. I have met dissidents and organizers from around the world whose lives and work have been directly influenced by Ganz's ideas. For the first time, Ganz's principal teachings are brought together in one place, offering an indispensable resource for all those committed to strengthening democracy." -- Deb Roy"Marshall Ganz draws on cutting edge social science and more than a half-century working in the trenches of progressive politics to produce a tool kit for democratic organizing. Part Alinsky's Rules for Radicals, updated for the 21st century, and part reflection on the demands of real democracy, People, Power, Change shows how people without institutional power have won lasting change. They have done so by refusing the boundaries many of us are too quick to accept between protest and politics and between story and strategy. People, Power, Change makes a persuasive case for thinking about change very differently. A signal achievement.ENEN" -- Francesca PolettaENEN"This is the foundational book that Ganz was destined to write, full of the wisdom of a lifelong practitioner, learner and teacher of organizing. May we grab a hold of this roadmap toward a renewal of our democracy in America, and organize, organize, organize." -- Ai-Jen Poo"Marshall Ganz's new book - People, Power, Change: Organizing for Democratic Renewal- is a master class in the Art and Science of the craft of organizing. A must read for all organizers - veterans and rookies alike and for anyone who yearns for social change but does not know where or how to start. After 57 years of organizing I tought I had seen or heard everything , but this book shows there is always something new to learn." -- Eliseo Medina"As an organizer, I was lucky to receive Marshall's coaching first hand. This book offers Marshall's hard-earned wisdom to everyone. It is timely and important. Reading People, Power, Change feels like sitting next to Marshall, hearing stories from nearly 60-years of historic social movements. It is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for building a future where we live together with dignity, equality, and hope." -- Dyanna Jaye"People, Power, and Change is a guidebook and learning journey for people yearning for authentic and lasting social, cultural, and political change, which explores five core competencies for organizing and working within an actionable framework for how to change the world. His engaging and motivating book covers the craft of organizing, which Ganz calls "the practice of democracy"." -- R. Tolley, Choice
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars A spirited and deeply engaging book on doing democracy together
Marshall Ganz's "People Power Change" is a deeply valuable source of concise learning, inspiration, and hope, especially in times when things seem to come apart or emotions and energies explode without a shared purpose, structure or direction.While many scholars and commentators help us understand the critical unraveling of our democracies, the crisis of inequality, and climate-induced threats to our livelihoods, few offer such a rich framework for moving from inertia or apathy to action as Ganz does in this long-awaited book.Ganz covers core ideas, stories, and concepts, bringing to life the full spectrum of the often difficult and demanding work of organizing and leading social change efforts. It applies to much broader contexts than that of grassroots or labor organizing and has shown its efficacy also in complex formal institutions such as health and care systems and change processes in large private sector firms and industries. Across the globe.He weaves the real-life lessons of his extraordinary journey into the development of core concepts, allowing readers to engage with the text and the struggles, successes, and failures of a life of civic service. This approach gives readers a much deeper sense of the craft of building stronger communities locally or a democracy fit for our challenging times more broadly.You can't help but feel a sense of history-making on these pages, as Ganz takes us through his lived experiences—from the moral lessons of the Second World War through the civil rights movement, the farm workers movement, the assassination of Bobby Kennedy, and onwards to innovations in large-scale political campaigning, culminating in the Obama campaign in 2007-8. However, the book does not end here and does not offer a simple formula or blueprint as many others do, thereby reducing complexity and neglecting the importance of context. Instead of an exclamation mark—do this to succeed—it ends with an invitation: will you join us?In a world saturated by dreams of building societal machines of efficiency and predictability, the book offers a plausible yet daunting alternative way forward: it insists that true revitalization of our societies in times of crisis and conflict comes from organising communities by rebuilding civic relationship, reinterpreting our values and shared stories to allow us to find common ground anew, and thereby yet again carrying the democratic promise onwards with a sense of renewed purpose.This is a key power of the book and of Ganz's practice and teaching—not least how it allows us to appreciate our capacity as individuals and groups to come together and reinterpret our resources in light of both threats and opportunities for engaging with hope and resourcefulness. The book opens to a global perspective across cultures, traditions, and political contexts, inviting readers to embrace our current, collective predicament and to accept our responsibility to play however small a part in countering the current cynicism and apathy with a renewed sense of urgency and agency
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most essential books (and teachers) about organizing and mobilizing people
Marshall Ganz's "People, Power, Change" is a brilliant distillation of his extensive experience and expertise in democratic organizing. Having studied and worked with Ganz, I can say this book perfectly captures his key ideas.What's fantastic about "People, Power, Change" is how accessible it is. The book lays out a clear framework for organizing, focusing on relationships, values and narratives, strategy, structure, and accountability. Ganz uses real-world examples from his own life in social movements to bring these concepts to life, making them easy to understand and apply to various issues.This isn't just a book for community organizers or politicians. It's essential reading for any manager or leader who wants to mobilize people and drive meaningful change. Ganz's insights are timely and relevant, especially now when our collective ability to create change feels weakened.In short, "People, Power, Change" is a must-read for anyone looking to make an impact. It's a practical, inspiring guide from one of the best in the field.
5.0 out of 5 stars Deep, practical, insightful book!
I have known Marshall Ganz for 15+ years and this book is a pinnacle of his thought. Easy to read, yet deep and practical. I have been practicing his approach to community organizing for 2 decades and I can tell you that it works!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great outline of techniques for achieving change.
Upgraded my skills in organizing.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! An essential addition to every oreganizer's library.
Master Organizer Marshall Ganz's new book is very, very good. Buy a copy and increase your organizing skills and insights.
5.0 out of 5 stars A book about practices for organizing, and life
Marshall’s deep wisdom and articulation of what organizing can be, and has been, for the lifeblood of a living democracy shines thru in the book. Appreciating the nexus between organizing and democracy and what it really means to live in purpose with others. Much more than a “how to” manual, it’s an invitation to reflect on what it can mean to live a life of on going practice and learning. There are concrete practices but also an underlying ethos of belief in ourselves and in each other, grounded in attention to craft and learning, that bring the book alive. Kudos on this. Highly recommend
Amazing book
An awesome book by a legend in organizing. A critical book for a better planet.
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