More sustainable
Use resources responsibly and protect the conditions that future generations will depend on.
Ideas across differences
Better policy begins with better listening.
Cooper Congress brings people across differences to listen carefully, question respectfully, and advance policies that move society forward.
Founded by Matthew Cooper / Open to every perspective
COMMON
GROUND
GROUND
01 / Listen
02 / Examine
03 / Advance
Our principle
Good ideas can come from any perspective. Their value lies in the future they help build.
Read the mission01The direction
What does “forward” mean?
We look toward outcomes that matter in everyday life, in the United States and around the world.
More resilient
Build communities and systems that can adapt, recover, and keep serving people through change.
More efficient
Make better use of time, public resources, and human effort to solve real problems.
Higher quality of life
Measure progress by whether people can live healthier, safer, freer, and more fulfilling lives.
The way we work
Conviction and curiosity belong together.
Our values ask us to stay open to people, rigorous about ideas, and focused on useful change.
Read all three values02People in action
The next generation is already leading.
Our scholarship recognizes students who turn civic commitment into practical work.
LR2026 winner
Public health & policy
Lauryn Russell
From patient advocacy to Illinois legislation, Lauryn has worked across local, state, and federal policy to improve responses to tick-borne disease.
Meet LaurynFR2025 winner
Youth voice & service
Finlay Ross
Finlay founded the Santa Monica Youth Advisory Council and helped young people take part in civic decisions and community service.
Meet Finlay