Planning coalitions
A 7-part framework for organisers working in coalitions [more available online from http://www.communityunionism.org]
Beating a SLAPP suit
Greg Ogle examines recent legal cases against Australian environmentalists – the lawsuit initiated by Tasmanian forestry giant Gunns Ltd, and the litigation proceedings by David Jones against the Australia Institute. How do these suits impact on public de
Activist education dimensions exercise
This exercise helps people working in activist education categorise their work and the world of activist education, and to reflect on their choices and priorities.
Diagnostic Tools
A bundle of tools for facilitators to learn a group’s needs and move the group forward.
Online activism: insights to guide social movement electronic communication
Twitter and social networking platforms such as Facebook definitely have a place in our community organising toolbox. But they can also be a fatal distraction, consuming people’s time and energy without creating the kind of power and momentum we...
Tactics relay
A lively activity to assist participants to think critically and creatively about potential tactics and to reinforce social change frameworks.
“One of everything”: Reconciling the individual and the collective in Australian climate activism
Georgina Woods (2012) draws on personal experiences from her collective organising in Rising Tide Newcastle, at Climate Camp 2008 and in the aftermath of the Copenhagen climate talks. Her article points to the reconciliation between the individual and the
Overview of police powers for protesting in Queensland
A comprehensive fact sheet providing the basic information you need to be aware of to protest peacefully, covering your legal rights and what you should do if you are arrested in Queensland.
Support groups and sustainable activism
An assortment of resources developed by Katrina Shields to promote sustainable activism: among other things describing the importance of establishing support/accountability groups and how to get them to work effectively. Contact us for copies of Katrina’s...
Popular education for the environment: Restoring confidence in education as a strategy for social and environmental change
James Whelan (2002). The significance attached to the expressions ‘education’ and ‘activism’ by distinct communities of practice amplifies their difference and separation. Environmental activists tend to refer to their media releases, lobbying,...
The Narangba campaign: From reactor to refrigerator
Robin Taubenfeld’s assessment of the food irradiation and anti-nukes campaign by a lead organiser (Brisbane, Australia).
Review of activities
Introduces four purposes of strategy.
Union coalitions: Stronger together, Amanda Tattersall
Everyone knows the principle behind collective organising is that when people work together they are stronger than those working alone. But this principle also applies to organisations. Coalitions between unions and community organisations are not new.