Hi everyone,
As you've signed up to this events only posting list, here is the latest roundup of ECF and ECFer-shared event, tool and opportunity announcements.
To have your event or announcement included, email me ( [email protected], subject: Event listing) before Sunday midnight (any time zone) as I compile them and send it out every Monday/Tuesday.
Official Campaigning Forum events
1. *London Campaigning 'Re-ignite' event: Wed. May 29 6pm Register via Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/events/299950276/ or Luma https://lu.ma/london-reignite-2405* (see all ECF events on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ and Luma https://lu.ma/campaigning) *Opening presentation*:* Understanding and resisting disinformation*, Justin Schlosberg (U. of Westminster - topic and speaker details in links on *Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/events/299950276/ and Luma https://lu.ma/london-reignite-2405*). *Agenda*: Welcome speaker, discussions on current topics, social. *Topics*: the *election* is sure to be a hot topic at this meetup - be there to join. *Why*: Re-connect with peers and meet new people from past ECF events, the community and professors, alumni and students of the MA of Media, Campaigning and Social change (U. of Westminster): the host (and partner).
2. *Online: How to seek and find stories no matter your budget: an open discussion https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrdeytrDotHtAjfjLqxgfflkMRaIJ88ZG-* Wed Jun 5 12:00-13:00 BST (Zoom). (90 registrations so far) A discussion about being a storyteller in organisations and campaigns based on a popular thread on the Campaigning Forum community email discussion list with subject "Story officer" with Brian Fitzgerald: Tips and Tricks for Story Finding: for Story Officers, Story Teams, or Story Seekers; Emma Price: Tips and considerations for a fledgling story team; Katharine Voss: using people's stories, consent, risks, how you talk about them. These presentations are food for thought for discussing and a Q&A for the remaining 35 minutes.
3. *Online: Engaging the UK's post-election government https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocuyvqDojH9AT-hKwKQ6hlrF5ZcS8tix6* Tue Jun 25 12:00-13:00 BST (Zoom). (77 registrations so far) Polls suggest the UK General Election on July 4 will result in a change in government. The last change was 14 years ago, many campaigners will never have worked through a government transition. Drawing on her experience working for the TUC, Oxfam, Shelter, and working through the 2010 election in the criminal justice sector, Antonia Bance will set out what campaigners need to think about as they prepare for all eventualities after the election.
4. *London: Campaigning 'Re-ignite' event: Wed. Jun 26 https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/6pm https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ **Register via Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/events/299950983/ or Luma https://lu.ma/london-reignite-2406* (see all ECF events on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ and Luma https://lu.ma/campaigning) *Agenda*: Welcome speaker, discussions on current topics, social. *Topics*: the imminent *election* is sure to be a hot topic at this meetup *Why*: Re-connect with peers and meet new people from past ECF events, the community and professors, alumni and students of the MA of Media, Campaigning and Social change (U. of Westminster): the host (and partner).
5. *Cardiff*: Campaigning 'Re-ignite' event: Wed. Jul 9, 15:00, Wales TUC Cymru offices *Register via Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/events/301034554/ or Luma https://lu.ma/cardiff-reignite-2407* (see all ECF events on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ and Luma https://lu.ma/campaigning) The official ECF Community event in Cardiff. Re-connect with peers and meet new people from past ECF events and the wider campaigning community. Agenda: Welcome speaker, discussions on current topics, social.
6. *London: Campaigning 'Re-ignite' event:Wed. Jul 24 https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ 6pm https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/* *Register via Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/events/299950990/ or Luma https://lu.ma/london-reignite-2407* (see all ECF events on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ and Luma https://lu.ma/campaigning) *Agenda*: Welcome speaker, discussions on current topics, social. *Topics*: the recent *election* is sure to be a hot topic at this meetup *Why*: Re-connect with peers and meet new people from past ECF events, the community and professors, alumni and students of the MA of Media, Campaigning and Social change (U. of Westminster): the host (and partner).
7. *European Campaign Forum https://campaignforum.eu/: Oct 23-24, Berlin* The next ECF event is the European Campaign Forum in Berlin https://campaignforum.eu/ bringing together *participants from across Europe*. Not only is Berlin easy to get to by train from all over Europe, its central location means it has participants from countries all around it and beyond. It is held in English, but participants are welcome to switch to other languages if it suits the group participants.
8. *Save the date*: Campaigning Forum Oxford, *2025*: Apr 8-10
Partner events
1. *Sep 2024-Apr 2025: MA/Certificate in Media, Campaigning and Social change https://www.westminster.ac.uk/media-and-communication-courses/2024-25/september/full-time/media-campaigning-and-social-change-ma* (U. of Westminster). Enrol for this innovative course was founded by two ECFers to create an academic course in campaigning - and has alumi from around the world. Course lead Michaela O'Brien will be hosting ECF Re-Ignite events in late May, June and July https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ if you wish to talk to her about it and meet students/alumni.
Sector events
1. *London Book Launch & Discussion: The Age of Junk Politics", May 23rd, 6:30pm https://www.tectonica.co/event/event-london_book_launch *Posted by Adrian White [email protected] Join Tectonica & Ecanvasser for an evening dedicated to exploring the potential of transformative campaigning in these dark political times. As we navigate the challenges resulting from the age of "junk politics," we will take the opportunity to discuss the insights and practices outlined in our new book, “*Fixing Our Democracies and Winning Elections in The Age of Junk Politics - A Guide to Transformational Campaigning*”. Join the discussion as we share the book’s vision for a healthier democracy through genuine connection and purposeful action. Register for free https://www.tectonica.co/event/event-london_book_launch. Drinks and snacks provided.
2. Brussels Campaign Exchange, May 28 6pm, Brussels https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brussels-campaign-exchange-tickets-894312622127?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=CampaigningForumList&utm-term=email&utm-source=IonaCable&aff=ECFEventRoundup Posted by Iona Cable [email protected] We're building a community of people working in social justice advocacy/campaigning in Brussels and creating a space to engage with & learn from each other. It will feature four presentations from campaigners on their work, their successes, their failures, and what they learned, followed by an open discussion & drinks and mingling!
3. *London: Amnesty International exhibition (free) Wed 28th-Thu 30th May https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surviving-evin-tickets-906166477327* Posted by Eilidh - [email protected] We (Amnesty UK) are co-hosting a free exhibition at Hoxton arches next week, we'd love to see any ECF-ers there if possible. "Surviving Evin" is a powerful exhibition of the years Anoosheh Ashoori spent arbitrarily detained in Iran’s notorious Evin prison. This powerful exhibition which will take you through the years Anoosheh spent in Iran’s notorious Evin prison, from his first time in the interrogation room, to daily life with other inmates, time spent in solitary confinement, his family’s campaigning back home, and life after his release. Anoosheh tells his story using photographs and items he was able to bring back from Iran.
4. *Online: How to back up your Universal Analytics data before it disappears https://www.digitalcharitylab.org/product/webinar-may-2024-backup-universal-analytics-data/, 30th May* Posted by Jean O'Brien [email protected] Charities who need a free and easy solution for backing up their Universal Analytics data before Google deletes it all on July 1st – if you’re working with a low budget and limited in-house data expertise, this event is for you! Cost: €25, including attendance at the live training, a recording of the session, a takeaway guide and a reporting template Book here: https://www.digitalcharitylab.org/product/webinar-may-2024-backup-universal-...
5. *Bristol: Gentle Craftivism: Sarah P Corbett & Natalie Fee in conversation https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1220076 *
*Tuesday 4th June 6:30pm-9pm at Bristol Sparks. Award-winning activist, author and Ashoka Fellow Sarah P Corbett will be in-conversation with Natalie Fée, founder of City to Sea, campaigner and author of How to Save the World for Free and Do Good, Get Paid. They will be discussing Sarah's new book, The Craftivist Collective Handbook looking at the theory, practical application and the impact it has had at a unique event. *Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1220076 (includi
*ng free tickets available). Part of a UK book tour: https://www.craftivist-collective.com/events https://www.craftivist-collective.com/events * 6. *London: How to engage Persuadables and combat misinformation during an election https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-engage-persuadables-and-combat-misinformation-during-an-election-tickets-896107019217, Tuesday 4th June, 5:45-7pm (BST) *Posted by Kathryn Bonner [email protected] Learn how to effectively communicate with Persuadables about climate change during a general election. This general election is likely to feature more misinformation than any before and threatens climate change understanding.
7. *London: Let's Ditch the Rich June 5th 18:30-20:30 BST https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-ditch-the-rich-tickets-890856805687?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1* Posted by Maddy Neghabian [email protected] Join us to discuss a radical change to wealth distribution. About:* In 2020, the ONS calculated that the richest 10% of households hold 43% of all wealth. The poorest 50%, by contrast, own just 9%”. The statistics are shocking & we are discussing a radical change to wealth distribution at SPACE4, Finsbury Park, Join us! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-ditch-the-rich-tickets-890856805687?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1227764 8. *Suffolk: Gentle Craftivism: Sarah P Corbett & Jesse Quinn in conversation. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1227764* Wednesday 19th June 6:30pm-9pm at Old Jet Arts Centre, Bentwaters Park, Rendlesham, Suffolk, IP12 2TW Award-winning activist, author and Ashoka Fellow Sarah P Corbett will be in-conversation with Jesse Quin; multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and producer best known as the bass player of the alternative rock band Keane. Jesse also founded and runs the arts centre on an abandoned U.S. Air Force base in the English countryside called Old Jet will host this special event. They will be discussing the power of creativity and community to make positive change in our messy world drawing on Sarah's new book, The Craftivist Collective handbook as well as Jesse's experiences in the arts and social enterprise. Topics covered will include the creative process in gentle craftivism planning, how we can use many senses for solidarity when addressing social change and the power of communal events (which musicians know all too well at their gigs!). All are welcome, especially artists who are looking to use their passion and skills for positive change in our fragile world. Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1227764 (including free tickets available).
9. *London: Charity Change Summit, June 11 13:00-18:00 BST https://www.tickettailor.com/events/digitalleadership/1241171# *Posted by Brani Milosevic [email protected] Step into a world of transformative collaboration. Join an enriching afternoon packed with learning, discussion, and hands-on problem-solving. Dive deep into our design journey, from inception to insights, and discover practical tools to ignite change within your nonprofit. Register now to reserve your spot https://www.tickettailor.com/events/digitalleadership/1241171# and connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to driving positive change in the nonprofit sector.
10. *Dorset: Gentle Craftivism: Sarah P Corbett & Simon Constantine in conversation. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1227819* Sunday 30th June 6pm-8pm at Careys Secret Garden, BH20 7PG Award-winning activist, author and Ashoka Fellow Sarah P Corbett will be in-conversation with founder of Careys Secret Garden Simon Constantine who is also the founder of And Fragrance. All of Simon's and Sarah's ventures are all about creating positive solutions to the problems we face in a world in a world of fear and confusion. We will be discussing the power of the senses for positive action and wellbeing sharing their own stories and knowledge in this field. Topics covered will include the creative process in gentle craftivism planning, how we can use many senses for solidarity when addressing social change and the power of communal events. Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/craftivistcollective/1227819 (including free tickets available) Part of a UK book tour: https://www.craftivist-collective.com/events
Opportunities & offers
1. *One for the groovers, the CMS movers, the Drupal upgraders....* Posted by Keira Roth [email protected] OK so the last one didn't *quite* rhyme... Is there anyone out there who is currently thinking about moving CMS? Especially those needing to make the upgrade to Drupal 10. If you’re looking for a change but that feels high-risk, we might be able to help.
We at The Developer Society have some surplus funding with a ‘sector’ and ‘reuse’ focus, and so *we can offer spun-up Wagtail sites with your branding applied*. Hopefully this could help you evaluate Wagtail CMS in a low-risk way. Let me know if you’d like to have a poke around under the bonnet to see what all the noise is about: [email protected]
Platform and tool announcements
1. *New report: engagement actions* Posted by Claire Donner [email protected] This report is all about engagement actions that allow us to actively involve our supporters in a way that’s appealing and hopefully fun too. In the report we explain a little more about what engagement actions are, how they can fit into your supporter communications and how you can create your own. There’s some case studies in there for inspiration too. Grab your free copy here: https://act.more-onion.com/report-engagement.
2. *PostBug: get noticed by new MPs with printed postcards *PostBug.com is a digital campaigning platform enables your supporters to *send real printed postcards and letters* from their device. For the UK general election on July 4, once the new MPs are in place they will be bombarded online in at attempt to engage and influence them and the government. Printed postcards and letters get noticed because they are *physical, tactile, portable with a presence* when designed well and piled up on a desk or notice board. Plus less is more: it only takes a few to be noticed. See possibilities https://postbug.app/solutions and case studies https://postbug.app/case-studies and request a demo https://postbug.app/demo. Note: PostBug will only take 15 client actions in July to ensure they all have maximum impact. (Disclosure: PostBug is run by FairSay)
Cheers,
Duane
PS: To have your event or announcement included, email me before Sunday midnight (any time zone) as I compile them and send it out every Monday.
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