Dream.Org

06/02/2026

In the wake of the Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais decision, Black and Brown voters across the South are facing renewed battles over voting rights, redistricting, and political representation. The impacts stretch far beyond state lines and could reshape who has a voice in our democracy for years to come.

That's why we're launching 🚨 Democracy: What's At Stake🚨 a series of virtual town halls bringing together subject matter experts to unpack what's happening, what's at stake, and how you can get involved. These conversations will explore how voting rights, housing rights, public safety, AI, and energy freedom intersect with our justice-impacted communities and those with felony records who are still eligible to vote for the midterm elections.

The first conversation What's At Stake: Voting Rights & Democracy will take place on June 16th at 6pm ET.

We will be joined by:
⚫️ George Chidi, Politics & Democracy Reporter at The Guardian
⚫️ Victoria "Tori" Wegner, Louisiana v. Callais SCOTUS Attorney-Organizer at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund
⚫️ Robert Richardson, Louisiana Advocate, Rich Family Ministries
⚫️ Sean Wilson, Senior Director of Organizing at Dream.Org
Moderator: Rachael Payton, Senior Director of Communications & Marketing at Dream.Org

Register today and stay tuned for more town hall dates! https://www.mobilize.us/dream/event/965178/

06/01/2026

Green jobs aren't niche anymore.

Last month's Green Jobs Pavilion in San Francisco showed firsthand how fast the sector is growing and how many pathways into this work actually exist.

🌱200+ people showed out at Impulse Labs to learn how to transition into or enter the green workforce with 15+ employer partners.

The biggest takeaway: the clean energy transition needs everyone. Trade skills, policy minds, community organizers, data nerds, educators. All of it. We need you!

Big thanks to Kristy Drutman and the Green Jobs Board, the speakers, and everyone who made this space so welcoming and impactful!

05/28/2026

Have you heard? We're giving away $5,000 in cash prizes! For a chance to win, we’re inviting you to share your hope for the future with one simple question: What's your dream for America?

📣 Share Your Dream and submit a 30-60 second video or a 150-word written response answering the prompt: “My dream for America is…” do.dream.org/Dream4America

📲 Follow Us on social media to see who wins on July 4th!

All submissions must be received by June 30, 2026. At a time when division can feel louder than hope, is about lifting up everyday voices and reminding ourselves that the future is still ours to shape.

05/27/2026

Bay Area! Looking for a new career? The Green Reentry Incubator is where second chances meet the frontlines of the clean energy economy 🌱

In partnership with U.S. Bank Foundation, the Green Reentry Incubator connects justice-impacted individuals to career coaching, environmental education, professional networking, and mentorship to build pathways to good-paying green careers.

The incubator breaks cycles of incarceration and opens doors to the clean energy economy. Each participant becomes a proof point that investing in people, not punishment, is how we build safer, healthier, and more resilient communities 🤝

Applications are open through June 19th! https://dream.org/initiative/green-reentry-incubator/

05/26/2026

After 13 years of visionary leadership, our CEO Nisha Anand will be transitioning as CEO. Under Nisha’s leadership, Dream.Org deepened our commitment to bringing people together across differences to tackle some of the country’s toughest challenges, from criminal justice reform to climate and economic opportunity.

Nisha's leadership strengthened our national impact by helping pass 40+ pieces of legislation, expanding opportunity in tech and climate, and contributing to nearly 60,000 people returning home from prison.

We are deeply grateful for Nisha’s leadership, vision, and unwavering belief that a better future is something we build together. Her impact on this organization, our staff, partners, and communities across the country will be felt for years to come.

As Dream.Org enters its next chapter, our mission remains the same: closing prison doors and opening doors of opportunity. Bringing people together across racial, social, & politics to create a better future. Thank you, Nisha, for helping move this work and this movement forward 💜

Read Nisha's reflections on her time at Dream.Org: https://dream.org/news-articles/the-next-chapter-for-dream-org/

05/22/2026

A 40,000 square foot data center, roughly the size of 20 homes, has been proposed near Reedy Creek in Charlotte, raising important questions from residents, leaders, and community advocates.

We recognize that data center growth is accelerating, and communities must have a meaningful role in decision making processes that shape their future, with transparency, accountability, and protections that safeguard health, land, and local resources.

Join us for our first Climate Kickback in Charlotte, NC! The Kickback will be a joyful, community-centered celebration that showcases culture, art, and education.

🗓️ June 6th
⏰ 6pm to 8 PM
📍 Starlight on 22nd Street, Charlotte, NC

Register today! mobilize.us/dream/event/923669/

05/21/2026

Bay Area! 📢 We’re launching our Green Reentry Incubator program, where second chances meet the frontlines of the clean energy economy.

Program Details:
• 10 participants per cohort
• All participants receive a $3200 stipend and wraparound support
• Graduates earn nationally recognized industry certifications
• Targeted career development and networking opportunities

We are investing in justice-impacted leaders who want to build a career in the green economy to make our communities safer and cleaner.

🤝 Let’s prioritize people, not punishment, to build more resilient communities Applications open through June 19th: https://dream.org/initiative/green-reentry-incubator/

05/18/2026

For a chance to win $1,000, we’re asking one simple question: What's your dream for America? As our country approaches its 250th anniversary, we are launching a nationwide campaign inviting people across the U.S. to share their hopes for the future.

📣 Share Your Dream and submit a 30-60 second video or a 150-word written response answering the prompt: “My dream for America is…” do.dream.org/Dream4America

📲 Follow Us on social media to see who wins on July 4th!

All submissions must be received by June 30, 2026. At a time when division can feel louder than hope, is about lifting up everyday voices and reminding ourselves that the future is still ours to shape.

05/15/2026

Congress is calling CORCA (The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act) a “shoplifting” bill but it would actually expand surveillance powers for federal organizations, like DHS and ICE, private corporations, local police, and retailers, and give them access to your personal data with no oversight and no accountability.

We’ve seen time and again who gets targeted with new surveillance technology: Black and Brown communities already disproportionately targeted in retail spaces. They’re more likely to be included in - and misidentified - by facial recognition databases while CORCA would assure authorities aren’t held responsible.

Sign the petition to STOP CORCA and protect everyone’s personal data! share.dream.org/s/CRWhVeq5

05/12/2026

Charlotte, NC!

Join us for a joyful, community-centered celebration that will showcase culture, art, and education as part of our Stop Toxic Tech: Green the Grid campaign, which works to ensure that the rapid growth of data center infrastructure and AI advances responsibly in our communities.

We are raising awareness about the statewide challenges communities across North Carolina are facing as data center expansion accelerates. Charlotte provides an important setting to discuss what responsible growth should look like and how communities can stay informed and engaged as this infrastructure expands across the state.

The event will bring together local leaders, technologists, advocates, neighbors, artists, and partners, creating space for connections and conversations.

🗓️ June 6th
⏰ 6pm to 8 PM
📍 Starlight on 22nd Street, Charlotte, NC

Register today!

**Free food. Live DJ. Local art. Green energy. Real community.** Join us for a joyful, community-centered celebration that brings together culture, art, and education as part of Dream.Org’s Stop Toxic Tech: Green the Grid campaign. This event is focused on raising awareness around transparency, ac...