About Arizona Action Network

Arizona Action Network (AZACT) is a loose coalition of grassroots organizers, activists, and concerned citizens working together to resist the authoritarian agenda of the Trump administration through innovative technology and creative non-violent initiatives.

Our Background

In the early days of Trump 2.0, it became clear to many that our worst fears about the authoritarian ambitions of the Trump administration and Project 2025 had very much become reality. Without clear leadership, ordinary citizens in Arizona and across the nation kicked into high gear, organizing some of the largest protests in history without any formal budget, roles, or operating structures.

Since that time, many grassroots organizations have formed in an attempt to better combine and direct resistance actions, and members of our coalition have organized major actions under many different “organization” names and branding; but we have found through experience that the natural structure of grassroots activism is not an organization, but a network. We have increasingly seen that actions are best taken by small, fluid, project-focused teams of individuals with shared passions and complementary skill sets, rather than organizational structures placing an emphasis on a particular ideological balance or branding.

One of those projects is AZACT itself. Born from the recognition that few resistance groups are equipped to utilize the technological resources and modern creative strategies that we use every day in our own careers, AZACT exists primarily to foster communication, action, and logistical coordination among grassroots networks via modern technological and creative strategies.

Our Approach

Technology-First Resistance

We harness the power of technology to:

• Coordinate rapid response actions
• Share information and resources securely
• Amplify online content strategically
• Connect activists across geographic boundaries

Creative Non-Violent Action

We believe in the power of creative, peaceful resistance:

• Art installations, performance, and public demonstrations
• Digital campaigns and social media activism
• Music, dance, graphic design, and performative art to inform and inspire

Grassroots Organizing

We build power from the ground up:

• Local action groups across Arizona
• Training and skill-sharing programs
• Coalition building with other organizations
• Direct community engagement

Our Values

Democracy

We believe in government of, by, and for the people. We work to protect and strengthen democratic institutions and processes.

Justice

We stand for racial, economic, environmental, and social justice. We recognize that these struggles are interconnected.

Solidarity Without Uniformity

We believe in the power of collective action. We stand together across differences to achieve common goals.

Innovation

We embrace new ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to experiment and adapt our strategies.

Non-Violence

We are committed to peaceful resistance. We believe that non-violent action is both morally right and strategically effective.

Our Network

AZACT is made up of:

• Community Organizers: People working on the ground in their neighborhoods and among resistance organizations
• Digital Activists: Engineers and tech-savvy individuals using online platforms for change
• Artists and Creatives: Graphic designers and performance artists using art and culture to inspire action
• Active Professionals: Citizens in high-powered careers volunteering their time and skill sets to protect democracy
• Concerned Citizens: People from all walks of life who care about democracy

Join Us

We welcome anyone who shares our commitment to democracy and justice. Whether you’re an experienced activist or just getting started, there’s a place for you in our network.

Ready to take action? Browse our current actions.

“The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.” - Albert Camus