Resources

Over the past five years, our community has learned a lot about what works when organizing a Brigade.

We’re excited to help you build a sustainable civic hacking group in your community.

Organizer’s Playbook

The Playbook gives practical advice and real examples on starting and running a sustainable Brigade.

It includes: guidance on hosting hack nights, building a core team, and practicing user-centered design.

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Code of Conduct

The Playbook gives practical advice and real examples on starting and running a sustainable Brigade.

It includes: guidance on hosting hack nights, building a core team, and practicing user-centered design.

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Financial Administration

The Playbook gives practical advice and real examples on starting and running a sustainable Brigade.

It includes: guidance on hosting hack nights, building a core team, and practicing user-centered design.

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Software for Brigades

Learn about the software that vendors have donated for Brigades to use.

Explore Software
Brigade Contact Directory

Want to reach out to a particular Brigade? Use the Brigade Directory to find their contact details.

View Directory
Workshop and Event Videos

Watch recordings from events and workshops to learn from other brigade members.

Watch Videos

Other links

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