Feb 24, 2015 | Case Study, Events, Melbourne Campaigners' Network
When it is people vs roads, it’s rare that people win. Despite the signed contracts, federal funding committed and homes acquired the East-West Tunnel project has been stopped! (For now at least). But what stopped it? We’ll take a look at the community campaign...
Jan 26, 2015 | Book Review, Campaign Strategy, Case Study, Community Organising, Events
The online discussion of Strategy and Soul is in full swing – get in touch if you’d like to join. Here’s two opportunities to be part of the face-to-face bookclub. Weekend Workshop: Campaign Strategy with Soul A 1 ½ day workshop to apply the insights from...
Nov 27, 2014 | Campaign Strategy, Coalition Building, Community Organising, Data & Digital, Engaging New Activists, Events, Movement Building, Social Movement History, Theories of Change, Training
Enrolments are open for the 2015 Graduate Certificate in Community Advocacy – Australia’s most comprehensive social change qualification. This is an excellent opportunity for change agents to deepen their skills and knowledge through a unique accredited...
Nov 18, 2014 | Events, Melbourne Campaigners' Network
It’s been a big year including a big state election! Gather with your fellow Melbourne campaigners to unwind and share stories. We’ll be gathering and eating from 1pm on Saturday 6 December at Edinburgh Gardens. At 2pm we’ll open the space for people...
Oct 30, 2014 | Book Review, Campaign Strategy, Case Study, Community Organising, Events
Summer Discussion and Strategy Workshop Strategy and Soul is the riveting David versus Goliath story of the campaign against Philadelphia casino development. Written by Daniel Hunter, experienced US activist educator, the book reads like a novel but teaches...