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...
Sep 17, 2014 | Community Organising, Events, Melbourne Campaigners' Network
Pathways for strong campaigns. If a social change campaign or group isn’t growing, it’s declining! Beyond likes on Facebook or email signups, what are the ways you involve people in your campaign? How do you step folks up from supporter to volunteer and...
Sep 2, 2014 | Campaign Strategy, Data & Digital, Events, Media, Online Campaigning, Story-based Strategy, Training
Boost your capacity to tell the story of your campaign or advocacy project. Engage people in action, reach key stakeholders and translate words and ideas into impact. Effective Communication Techniques, the final unit of the Graduate Certificate of Community Advocacy...
Jul 17, 2014 | Events, Melbourne Campaigners' Network
There is a rich history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s resistance in this country. Many of those stories have not been shared widely or given the recognition they deserve. Non-Indigenous activists at times feel unsure about what role to play...
