Elizabeth Gish
@elizabethgish.bsky.social
religious studies / democracy / psychotherapy
minister @ Christian Church (DOC) / Senior Program Officer @ Kettering Foundation / psychotherapist @ Lotus & Phoenix Psychotherapy
*all posts / likes mine and not reflective of my employers*
minister @ Christian Church (DOC) / Senior Program Officer @ Kettering Foundation / psychotherapist @ Lotus & Phoenix Psychotherapy
*all posts / likes mine and not reflective of my employers*
Sometimes things feel hopeless and exhausting. I was so encouraged by these wise words about how we build a shared future in hard times.
Read the key takeaways from “Creating Hope in Hard Times: Building Our Shared Future” at bit.ly/4r24wPq
Creating Hope in Hard Times: Building Our Shared Future
The work of democracy in community is both challenging and rewarding, yet Kettering’s Dayton Democracy Fellows remain committed. In the panel, “Creating Hope in Hard Times: Building Our Shared Future,...
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December 1, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Sometimes things feel hopeless and exhausting. I was so encouraged by these wise words about how we build a shared future in hard times.
Everything is a lot, but there are ways we can take steps forward toward the world we long for.
Before you head out with your shopping list, add these ideas into the mix. Small moments of connection go further than we think and can strengthen the kind of community we all want.
Here are ten easy ways to support your community and spark positive change. No credit card needed:
Here are ten easy ways to support your community and spark positive change. No credit card needed:
Feeling Paralyzed, Helpless, or Hopeless? 10 Things Everyday People Can Do
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everything happening in our world? Maybe you want to do something about what is happening but aren’t sure where to start or if you’re doing anything that will actually m...
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December 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Everything is a lot, but there are ways we can take steps forward toward the world we long for.
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West Dayton is not waiting to be uplifted. It is rising from within. “It’s not going to happen overnight, but it’s surely happening right now.” ☀️
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
West Dayton is not waiting to be uplifted. It is rising from within. “It’s not going to happen overnight, but it’s surely happening right now.” ☀️
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What does it take to build a community where everyone belongs?
Dayton Democracy Fellow Tara Campbell says it starts with education, agency, and uplifting the voices too often left out, especially young people.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Tara Campbell says it starts with education, agency, and uplifting the voices too often left out, especially young people.
November 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
What does it take to build a community where everyone belongs?
Dayton Democracy Fellow Tara Campbell says it starts with education, agency, and uplifting the voices too often left out, especially young people.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Tara Campbell says it starts with education, agency, and uplifting the voices too often left out, especially young people.
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From late-night studio hours to classrooms full of preschoolers discovering their voice, Dayton Democracy Fellow Jamaal Durr is using art to open new ways of seeing ourselves and each other.
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
From late-night studio hours to classrooms full of preschoolers discovering their voice, Dayton Democracy Fellow Jamaal Durr is using art to open new ways of seeing ourselves and each other.
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“We are the ones we’ve been waiting for, and we will continue to build this democracy that we deserve. . . . More than ever, we need each other.” As the 2025 #DaytonDemocracySummit ends, we welcome a familiar face to the stage.
October 27, 2025 at 8:27 PM
“We are the ones we’ve been waiting for, and we will continue to build this democracy that we deserve. . . . More than ever, we need each other.” As the 2025 #DaytonDemocracySummit ends, we welcome a familiar face to the stage.
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Meet the next generation of changemakers.
In Kevin O’Donnell’s classroom, democracy isn’t theoretical—it’s lived. His students debate issues, pass their own laws in “class congress,” and bring their ideas to local leaders. That’s Democracy 101 in action.
In Kevin O’Donnell’s classroom, democracy isn’t theoretical—it’s lived. His students debate issues, pass their own laws in “class congress,” and bring their ideas to local leaders. That’s Democracy 101 in action.
October 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Meet the next generation of changemakers.
In Kevin O’Donnell’s classroom, democracy isn’t theoretical—it’s lived. His students debate issues, pass their own laws in “class congress,” and bring their ideas to local leaders. That’s Democracy 101 in action.
In Kevin O’Donnell’s classroom, democracy isn’t theoretical—it’s lived. His students debate issues, pass their own laws in “class congress,” and bring their ideas to local leaders. That’s Democracy 101 in action.
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A new documentary film, Evicting the American Dream, amplifies the voices of children and families confronting eviction and homelessness. Through powerful stories from Dayton residents and experts, the film reveals both the causes of this crisis and the hope for prevention. https://bit.ly/4nnYaGP
Watch Evicting the American Dream online – Prime Video
Evicting the American Dream amplifies the voices and stories of children and families confronting eviction and homelessness. Through interviews with pediatric psychologists, social workers, tenant rig...
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October 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A new documentary film, Evicting the American Dream, amplifies the voices of children and families confronting eviction and homelessness. Through powerful stories from Dayton residents and experts, the film reveals both the causes of this crisis and the hope for prevention. https://bit.ly/4nnYaGP
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From prison to purpose. ✨
After spending more than 20 years behind bars, Dayton Democracy Fellow Robert Mackey II is turning his past into a path forward. Guided by gratitude, he helps young people make positive choices and find their voice in democracy. https://bit.ly/490981V
After spending more than 20 years behind bars, Dayton Democracy Fellow Robert Mackey II is turning his past into a path forward. Guided by gratitude, he helps young people make positive choices and find their voice in democracy. https://bit.ly/490981V
Robert Mackey II: The Power of Faith
Dayton Democracy Fellow Robert Mackey II has two pillars of strength at the core of his life: faith and gratitude.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:50 PM
From prison to purpose. ✨
After spending more than 20 years behind bars, Dayton Democracy Fellow Robert Mackey II is turning his past into a path forward. Guided by gratitude, he helps young people make positive choices and find their voice in democracy. https://bit.ly/490981V
After spending more than 20 years behind bars, Dayton Democracy Fellow Robert Mackey II is turning his past into a path forward. Guided by gratitude, he helps young people make positive choices and find their voice in democracy. https://bit.ly/490981V
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Sharon L. Davies (@ketteringfdnceo.bsky.social) kicks off today’s #DaytonDemocracySummit with a powerful reminder about why our collective work matters.
October 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Sharon L. Davies (@ketteringfdnceo.bsky.social) kicks off today’s #DaytonDemocracySummit with a powerful reminder about why our collective work matters.
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“When people hear the word democracy, they think about elections, voting, elected officials, campaigns. . . . But those things aren’t all that democracy is. Democracy means that everyone belongs, and that all of us should have a say in our communities, state, and nation.”
October 27, 2025 at 1:49 PM
“When people hear the word democracy, they think about elections, voting, elected officials, campaigns. . . . But those things aren’t all that democracy is. Democracy means that everyone belongs, and that all of us should have a say in our communities, state, and nation.”
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A stronger democracy begins with Dayton.
In almost 10 days, neighbors, leaders, and dreamers from across the Miami Valley will gather at Sinclair College for the #DaytonDemocracySummit—a day to listen, learn, and take action for a more inclusive democracy.
In almost 10 days, neighbors, leaders, and dreamers from across the Miami Valley will gather at Sinclair College for the #DaytonDemocracySummit—a day to listen, learn, and take action for a more inclusive democracy.
October 15, 2025 at 10:21 PM
A stronger democracy begins with Dayton.
In almost 10 days, neighbors, leaders, and dreamers from across the Miami Valley will gather at Sinclair College for the #DaytonDemocracySummit—a day to listen, learn, and take action for a more inclusive democracy.
In almost 10 days, neighbors, leaders, and dreamers from across the Miami Valley will gather at Sinclair College for the #DaytonDemocracySummit—a day to listen, learn, and take action for a more inclusive democracy.
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“Youth are not the leaders of tomorrow; they’re the leaders of today.”
Through NCCJ: Nurturing Community, Cultivating Justice, Lake Miller helps young people find their voice and use it to build healthier, more inclusive communities across Dayton.
Through NCCJ: Nurturing Community, Cultivating Justice, Lake Miller helps young people find their voice and use it to build healthier, more inclusive communities across Dayton.
October 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM
“Youth are not the leaders of tomorrow; they’re the leaders of today.”
Through NCCJ: Nurturing Community, Cultivating Justice, Lake Miller helps young people find their voice and use it to build healthier, more inclusive communities across Dayton.
Through NCCJ: Nurturing Community, Cultivating Justice, Lake Miller helps young people find their voice and use it to build healthier, more inclusive communities across Dayton.
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“An informed public is required. Nothing works without the citizenry knowing what is going on.”
Dayton Democracy Fellow Nick Hrkman lives this truth every day as community impact editor of the @daytondailynews.com and cofounder of The Journalism Lab.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Nick Hrkman lives this truth every day as community impact editor of the @daytondailynews.com and cofounder of The Journalism Lab.
October 1, 2025 at 3:57 PM
“An informed public is required. Nothing works without the citizenry knowing what is going on.”
Dayton Democracy Fellow Nick Hrkman lives this truth every day as community impact editor of the @daytondailynews.com and cofounder of The Journalism Lab.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Nick Hrkman lives this truth every day as community impact editor of the @daytondailynews.com and cofounder of The Journalism Lab.
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From ensuring diverse voices appear on the editorial page to training citizen journalists, Nick Hrkman’s work is rooted in the belief that journalism is foundational to democracy.
Discover how his passion project grew into a community resource for citizen journalists: bit.ly/3IPqCDm
Discover how his passion project grew into a community resource for citizen journalists: bit.ly/3IPqCDm
Nick Hrkman’s Job Begins and Ends with Democracy
Dayton Democracy Fellow Nick Hrkman’s occupation is intertwined with the rights and privileges of democracy. He is the community impact editor for the Dayton Daily News and cofounder of The Journalism...
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October 1, 2025 at 3:59 PM
From ensuring diverse voices appear on the editorial page to training citizen journalists, Nick Hrkman’s work is rooted in the belief that journalism is foundational to democracy.
Discover how his passion project grew into a community resource for citizen journalists: bit.ly/3IPqCDm
Discover how his passion project grew into a community resource for citizen journalists: bit.ly/3IPqCDm
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Through Learn to Earn Dayton, she is building programs that support families, strengthen literacy, and empower residents to lead change in their communities.
Read more about Erica’s vision for lasting student and family success: bit.ly/46UrQ8a
Read more about Erica’s vision for lasting student and family success: bit.ly/46UrQ8a
Erica Fields: Supporting Positive Student, Family Outcomes
Dayton Democracy Fellow Erica Fields brings a passion for education and helping others as senior director of strategic initiatives for Learn to Earn Dayton. The nonprofit works with organizations to h...
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October 6, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Through Learn to Earn Dayton, she is building programs that support families, strengthen literacy, and empower residents to lead change in their communities.
Read more about Erica’s vision for lasting student and family success: bit.ly/46UrQ8a
Read more about Erica’s vision for lasting student and family success: bit.ly/46UrQ8a
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How do we help students thrive beyond the classroom? 📚🏡🍎
Dayton Democracy Fellow Erica Fields believes education must go hand in hand with safe neighborhoods, healthy food, stable housing, and a strong civic voice.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Erica Fields believes education must go hand in hand with safe neighborhoods, healthy food, stable housing, and a strong civic voice.
October 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
How do we help students thrive beyond the classroom? 📚🏡🍎
Dayton Democracy Fellow Erica Fields believes education must go hand in hand with safe neighborhoods, healthy food, stable housing, and a strong civic voice.
Dayton Democracy Fellow Erica Fields believes education must go hand in hand with safe neighborhoods, healthy food, stable housing, and a strong civic voice.
Why is everything so hard always? Why is my productivity app not working? It isn’t just you.
Why is everything so hard always?
And also why is my to-do list plan and task management app not working?
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September 30, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Why is everything so hard always? Why is my productivity app not working? It isn’t just you.
This year’s Dayton Democracy Summit is on October 27 at Sinclair College, 8am-4pm. Rev. Dr. William J. Barber, II will be the keynote speaker. There will be food, music, workshops, and a powerhouse panel discussion. Everyone is welcome!
Free registration is open now: bit.ly/DaytonDemocr...
Free registration is open now: bit.ly/DaytonDemocr...
September 23, 2025 at 11:39 PM
This year’s Dayton Democracy Summit is on October 27 at Sinclair College, 8am-4pm. Rev. Dr. William J. Barber, II will be the keynote speaker. There will be food, music, workshops, and a powerhouse panel discussion. Everyone is welcome!
Free registration is open now: bit.ly/DaytonDemocr...
Free registration is open now: bit.ly/DaytonDemocr...
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💫 When the world feels overwhelming, it’s easy to shut down. But you don’t have to stay stuck. Here are 10 practical ways everyday people can take action, build hope, and move forward—together. 🕊 bit.ly/3HLa2U4
Feeling Paralyzed, Helpless, or Hopeless? 10 Things Everyday People Can Do
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everything happening in our world? Maybe you want to do something about what is happening but aren’t sure where to start or if you’re doing anything that will actually m...
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July 11, 2025 at 10:29 AM
💫 When the world feels overwhelming, it’s easy to shut down. But you don’t have to stay stuck. Here are 10 practical ways everyday people can take action, build hope, and move forward—together. 🕊 bit.ly/3HLa2U4
Kentucky alert! @keithpayne.bsky.social is on the KF Podcast & he is from Maceo, KY! (Only 30 mins from Reed!) We are kin to the Paynes on the Catholic side of the family & some Paynes lived near Mammaw & Pappaw. I love in when our KY folks are out there doing the good work democracy and listening!
Why is polarization getting worse?
On the latest episode of hashtag#TheContext, @keithpayne.bsky.social explains how race and class are driving the divide—shaping not just party identity, but the very issues that define our politics. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
On the latest episode of hashtag#TheContext, @keithpayne.bsky.social explains how race and class are driving the divide—shaping not just party identity, but the very issues that define our politics. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
September 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Kentucky alert! @keithpayne.bsky.social is on the KF Podcast & he is from Maceo, KY! (Only 30 mins from Reed!) We are kin to the Paynes on the Catholic side of the family & some Paynes lived near Mammaw & Pappaw. I love in when our KY folks are out there doing the good work democracy and listening!
Love this article by Meadowdale High School student from Dayton in @teenvogue.com. Thankful for all of our collaborators in Dayton that helped make this article happen!
🚌 Why are public school students in Ohio waiting hours for public buses while private and charter school students get to use yellow buses? www.teenvogue.com/story/school...
How Yellow Buses Became a Fight in Ohio’s Private Charter Schools Wars
Students say they’ve seen tasers, knives, and guns on public buses.
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September 22, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Love this article by Meadowdale High School student from Dayton in @teenvogue.com. Thankful for all of our collaborators in Dayton that helped make this article happen!
Looking forward to preaching at my beloved home church First Christian Church (DOC) in Bowling Green, KY tomorrow, Sunday, August 3 @ 10am CST. Come join in as we dream together what renewal and rebirth can look like.
August 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Looking forward to preaching at my beloved home church First Christian Church (DOC) in Bowling Green, KY tomorrow, Sunday, August 3 @ 10am CST. Come join in as we dream together what renewal and rebirth can look like.
The rise of the label narcissist reflects a desire to have a framework to make sense of our experience of: Hey this person's hurting me, it is confusing, I don’t know what to do, even when I tell them they're hurting me it won’t stop & I want an explanation of why this is happening & what to do.
Are they a narcissist or just your average dysfunctional person?
And, is everyone a narcissist these days?
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August 1, 2025 at 5:23 PM
The rise of the label narcissist reflects a desire to have a framework to make sense of our experience of: Hey this person's hurting me, it is confusing, I don’t know what to do, even when I tell them they're hurting me it won’t stop & I want an explanation of why this is happening & what to do.
So excited that Deva Woodly is a KF Research Fellow. I love her work on social movements! So thankful for all the people out there like Dr. Woodly who are working hard to create a world where we all belong and we are all safe.
New in #FromManyWe, KF Research Fellow Deva Woodly explores how protest movements—from rural towns to bustling cities—are rebuilding democracy from the ground up. The real power isn’t just in the streets or the ballot box, it’s in civil society.
📰 Read more here: bit.ly/4lW4Prw
📰 Read more here: bit.ly/4lW4Prw
No Kings, Just Citizens: Civil Society Asserts Its Democratic Power
A call that came about amidst a long protest wave that started right at the turn of the century.
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July 21, 2025 at 2:15 PM
So excited that Deva Woodly is a KF Research Fellow. I love her work on social movements! So thankful for all the people out there like Dr. Woodly who are working hard to create a world where we all belong and we are all safe.