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People's Community Empowerment Institute
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The People's Community Empowerment Institute (PCE Institute) empowers individuals and communities to define and build a more just, safe, and equitable world on their own terms. https://www.pceinstitute.org/
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 13
Are you a part of an Indivisible, Community Action, or mutual aid organization?

Now's the time to level up.

#Training #Empowerment #MutualAid #RunForOffice
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 1d
Catch us there — and come find the People’s Community Empowerment Institute table if you want to talk more about running, organizing, or just changing the damn world. 💪
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 1d
Because the future isn’t waiting for permission. And if we want inclusive, equitable communities, we need more young leaders stepping up now.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 1d
Our session — Local Leadership Lab: Equipping Changemakers to Run for Office — will be led by @krystalmarx.bsky.social & is all about showing students how to turn passion for justice into actual power. Campaign skills, coalition building, amplifying marginalized voices… she's covering it all.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 1d
We're heading to the National Conference on Student Life in November to help student leaders flip the script: leadership doesn’t just live in the White House or the Capitol — it starts in your city hall, your school board, your community. 👇🏻
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 1d
Thank you, @nonprofitwa.org!

Here's to equipping incredible nonprofits to go even further!

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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · 23d
Nonprofit strategic plans don’t fail because of bad intentions.
They fail because of:
– top-down decision making
– ignoring org culture
– losing the WHY

We wrote about the 5 biggest mistakes (and how to avoid them).

👉 Read here: www.pceinstitute.org/blog/2716738...
#Nonprofit #StrategicPlanning
Five Common Mistakes in Nonprofit Strategic Planning (and How to Avoid Them) / Blog | People's Community Empowerment Institute
Avoid the 5 biggest mistakes nonprofits make in strategic planning. Learn how to create a living, values-driven plan your team will actually use.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Aug 13
Hey, #Seattle!
Empower your community with life-saving de-escalation & bystander intervention training! Join us on Wednesday, August 27th at 6:30 PM to build safer spaces together.

Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/bystander-...

#BystanderIntervention #DeEscalation #Community
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Jun 20
For disabled candidates, women (and mothers), & those experiencing poverty: an early campaign start allows time for accessibility, authentic community engagement, and balancing demands.

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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Jun 20
Running for office? Don't wait for the filing deadline! Starting your political campaign months early is KEY for strategic planning, fundraising, & deep voter connection. Huge advantages, esp. for non-traditional candidates. #PCEInstitute #EarlyCampaign #PoliticalStrategy
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Jun 10
Our founder, Krystal Marx, had a great time presenting on Pride to the City of Redmond this afternoon! The breakout conversations highlighted a few key systems changes the city can make to be more inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community.

#PrideMonth #LGBTQIA #LGBTQ #Pride
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · May 16
You can start by calling out injustices as you see them arise - at school, in the workplace, in racist, ableist, misogynistic microaggressions.

Think of 'saying something' as a muscle and train. Build it as you would any other skill, because we need EVERYONE to be speaking up... like, yesterday.
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Karly Kingsley @karlykingsley.bsky.social · May 16
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We're about 3 lines deep into the "first they came for" poem. It's not a very long poem, folks
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 24
New blog post! 📣 Feeling nervous about public speaking? Our latest blog post is packed with practical tips to help you unlock your voice & speak confidently. Learn how + find resources to empower you.

Read now! 👇 www.pceinstitute.org/blog/2470655... #PublicSpeaking #Confidence
Unlocking Your Voice: Practical Tips for More Confident Public Speaking / Blog | People's Community Empowerment Institute
Improve your public speaking skills with these practical tips for greater confidence. Learn techniques for overcoming speaking anxiety, effective practice methods, and audience engagement. Resources…
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Apr 13
Are you a part of an Indivisible, Community Action, or mutual aid organization?

Now's the time to level up.

#Training #Empowerment #MutualAid #RunForOffice
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 18
Running for office? Yeah, it's terrifying. Public scrutiny, endless hours, the risk of losing... But if we don't step up, who will?

People who fight only for themselves, that's who.

Sometimes, fear is the sign you're doing something important. #civicduty #publicservice #leadership
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 11
Campaign finance impacts who gets a seat at the table. Women & non-traditional candidates often face fundraising hurdles. Let's level the playing field! Read my blog on the challenges & potential solutions: www.pceinstitute.org/blog/2380740... #CampaignFinance #WomenInPolitics #Equity #Democracy
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 10
Krystal created the PCE Institute as a way to demolish the gatekeeping of skills and methods in activist spaces, and to inspire neighbors near and far to fight for their communities.

"Getting involved in your community doesn't have to be so hard," she says. "And no one should be making it harder."
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 10
15 years in nonprofits (Seattle Pride, Real Change), and even working for the state democratic party, has demonstrated the need to share effective strategies and to stop gatekeeping in its tracks.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 10
Krystal has taught self-defense since 2013 and bystander intervention since 2015, and aims to provide practical skills for everyday life. Their experience as a consultant with #SheShouldRun preparing women for office, and serving on Burien City Council highlighted plenty of barriers to advocacy.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 10
They founded the People's Community Empowerment Institute (PCEI) to empower individuals and communities to define and build a more just, safe, and equitable world *on their own terms*, while addressing the issue of local leaders enacting policies that target marginalized communities.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 10
📢 Meet the Founder!

Krystal Marx (she/they) was homeless at eight years old, and she became a playground "bodyguard for hire" in Second Grade so she could reliably eat (their preferred payment? Chocolate pudding.). Over 30 years later, they're still fighting... but now, it's for community.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Mar 7
New blog post! 📖 De-escalation Demystified: A Glossary of Key Terms You Need to Know. From "active listening" to "proxemics," we're breaking down the language of conflict resolution. Level up your communication skills! ➡️ www.pceinstitute.org/blog/2371068...
#Deescalation #Glossary #Skills
De-escalation Demystified: A Glossary of Key Terms You Need to Know / Blog | People's Community Empowerment Institute
Demystify de-escalation with this glossary of key terms. Understand how proxemics, redirection, and situational awareness can help prevent conflict. Enhance your communication skills today.
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 26
Help spread the word about this FREE training!
Sunday, March 2nd @ 11AM
Downtown Burien Library
Taught by @krystalmarx.bsky.social

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Bystander Intervention Training
Learn how to step in and help when you see someone being harassed or bullied at our Bystander Intervention Training!
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 24
Speaking of access to resources... Seattle-area folks! Free Bystander Intervention training is THIS WEEKEND in Burien! RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bystander-intervention-training-tickets-1253241532159
Bystander Intervention Training
Learn how to step in and help when you see someone being harassed or bullied at our Bystander Intervention Training!
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 24
Let's discuss the importance of equitable access to resources in our community. What are your thoughts? #CommunityEmpowerment #PayToPlayIsDead
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People's Community Empowerment Institute @pceinstitute.bsky.social · Feb 24
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