The Democracy Imperative (TDI) is a national network of multidisciplinary faculty members, campus leaders, and civic leaders who are committed to strengthening public life and democracy in and through higher education. We work to increase (1) understanding about democracy’s ideals and challenges, (2) the capacity of individuals to participate in a deliberative democracy, and (3) the role of colleges and universities as models of democratic leadership, decision-making and change. We sponsor national conferences, regional meetings, workshops, and working groups. Membership is free.