NATIONAL STUDENT SUMMITS

The Democracy Matters National Student Summit provides a forum for students to share ideas and best practices. The Summit’s great speakers and interactive workshops inspire and energize students to implement new ideas and organizing tactics on their campuses.


summit goals

  • Network, plan and develop strategies for raising awareness, taking political action, and creating strong effective DM chapters.

  • Brainstorm with founder and former NBA star Adonal Foyle, DM staff and DM alums.

  • Share ideas in interactive workshops on campus organizing, impactful events, social media, effective lobbying, creative messaging and social justice careers.

  • Explore current hot-button issues in discussion with Congressional allies, grassroots organizers, and other experts speakers.

  • Discuss creative ways of recruting and training new and diverse student activists.

  • Find effective ways to tackle injustice at the local, state, and federal level.

What DM students say

  • “This Summit has given me a lot of confidence, pride, and skills in order to attack head on so many problems - from climate change and voter suppression to money in politics and attacks on our rights. I really feel empowered to change this country for the better.”

  • “It was wonderful to be with such different people who were all so passionate about the same thing.”

  • “It was wonderful to speak to students from all over the country because it lets you know you’re not alone.”

  • “I was reminded to appreciate the small (and large) accomplishments and to stay strong, focused on the long haul. …this is a full-blown movement, not just an advocacy group.”

  • “I can’t wait to get back to campus to start implementing the great ideas we got at the Summit.”