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From Elephants to Sandwiches: Countering False Information

Learn about countering false information with tips to help you avoid the most common mythbusting pitfalls such as using the Truth Sandwich.

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A Guide to Prebunking: A Promising Way to Inoculate Against Misinformation

Understand how prebunking works with this guide from Firstdraft and use their tips to inoculate yourself against misinformation.

Running a Street Stall

Holding a stall is a great way to engage with people about your campaign issues. Try these tips to get you started and plan effectively.

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Conversation Tips for Stalls, Events & Door Knocking

Here are some tips to get the most out of conversations on stalls, at events, or door knocking.

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Make Your Training Work for Neuro Spicy Brains

Tips and ideas from Eleisha Mullane about how to make your training events and spaces work and supportive of neurodivergent brains.

Encouraging Story Sharing

How do we make it accessible and support individuals to share their stories, especially if they do not feel safe doing so? Here are 3 tips to help you.

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Responding to the Racist UK Riots

Horrific Islamophobic and racist violence has broken out across England. Tips and links for people responding to racist hate in the UK, August 2024.

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How to do Relational Organizing: Video, Tip Sheet and Work Sheet

These resources from the Climate Advocacy Lab will help you develop a relational organizing strategy to supercharge your campaigning.

Plugging People In: Orienting New Members & Volunteers to a Local Group

Effective collective action requires growing groups, which means welcoming new people is key! Try these three tips and download the welcome interview template.

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Expect the Unexpected: How to Prepare and Implement a Rapid Response Campaign

Expect the Unexpected and be ready for that moment. Here are tips on how to prepare and implement a rapid response campaign.

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