MCN March: Art & Campaigning
Art and Campaigning The Melbourne Campaigner’s Network is a monthly gathering for campaigners, activists, and organisers to discuss ideas, exchange resources and discover new approaches to social change. Four great speakers confirmed: Tom Civil, community graphic...
Review: Ideas for Action
Here's another review in our series on recommended reading for campaigners, community organisers, and other activists. What books have you learnt from, been challenged by, found inspiring – and what would you recommend to others? Anne O'Brien reviews Ideas for Action:...
Review: Deep Green Resistance
Plan to Win has been asking around for recommended reading for campaigners, community organisers, and other activists. What books have you learnt from, been challenged by, found inspiring - and what would you recommend to others? Here Louise Matthiesson reviews Deep...
Spy vs Activist: Managing Security Risks
Recently it came to light that a minister in the Australian government, Martin Ferguson, has advocated for increased surveillance of anti-coal and other climate activists, and for stronger penalties for actions taken on energy infrastructure, after being approached by...
Reviewing 2011
Phew, 2011 has been a big year! This collection of photos reminded me of some of the huge things that happened around the world, and there’s been so much more. In all the years I’ve spent active on social and environmental issues, hanging out with others with similar...
Melbourne Campaigners’ Network: February
The Melbourne Campaigner's Network is a monthly gathering for campaigners, activists, and organisers to discuss ideas, exchange resources and discover new approaches to social change. The February session includes: More time for networking! Get to know your friendly...
100% Useful Campaign Lessons
The December Melbourne Campaigners Network gathered around 18 folks for reflection on 2011 and to consider the 100% Renewables campaign case study. The presenter, Andrew Bray, shares his slides and take home messages here. Thanks Andrew! 100% Renewables is a community...
Tips for New Activists
I had a fun time at the Commonground Festival, enjoying the beautiful environment, lovely music and friendly folks. I also ran a short workshop on ‘Getting Started in Activism’. It was a great discussion and it made me think a lot about what it takes for people to get...
Songs and Stories
My friend Anne O’Brien is involved in putting on Songs of Meaning and Power in Sydney, 25 – 27 November. The weekend includes a number of workshops and song sharing circles to connect people with each other and their motivations for activism. This coming weekend I’ll...
Melbourne Campaigners’ Network: December
The Melbourne Campaigner's Network is a monthly gathering for campaigners, activists, and organisers to discuss ideas, exchange resources and discover new approaches to social change. The December session includes: Campaign Review 2011. A look back at the year in...