Hi everyone,

Here are the latest postings of ECF events, ECFer/sector-shared event, tool and opportunity announcements. Note there are some fab in-person events coming up in Cardiff and London...and *if you wish to organise your own local ECF Re-Ignite event, let me know* and I can support you.

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*Include your event or announcement *by emailing me ( [email protected], subject: Event listing) *before Sunday midnight* (GMT time zone) as I compile them and send it out every Monday.

Official Campaigning Forum events

1. *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). (205 registrations so far) Register*: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocuyvqDojH9AT-hKwKQ6hlrF5ZcS8tix... 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. Speaker Nancy Platts has 30 years experience with campaigning under various governments, has run to be an MP and has been active in local politics.

2. London: Playing the long game: a cool look at the expected change in government https://www.meetup.com/campaigning-forum/ *(*part of the monthly *Campaigning 'Re-ignite' events) When:* Wed. Jun 26 18:00 onwards *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) *Overview: *Organisations are already working on their policy briefings and demands for the first 100 days to present to the expected new government. But after the party and the first rush of enthusiasm, what will have changed? How can taking the long view lead to greater impact? *Featured guest: *Benedict Southworth, 38 Degrees Trust board and former Executive Director / Campaigns Director at NGOs including Global Justice Now, Ramblers and Amnesty International, will lead the conversation. *Why?*: Re-ignite events 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).

3. *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.

4. *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).

5. *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.

6. *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. *Festival of Learning https://www.sounddelivery.org.uk/festival-of-learning/ - Harnessing the insights of leaders with lived experience When*: June 11th-20th June 2024 *online* *What*: A whole range of online masterclasses, learning lunches, peer meet-ups, wellbeing sessions, and a very special keynote speaker. These sessions will bring fresh skills, new inspiration, and best practice to social purpose organisations, with lived experience expertise at the heart. Tickets from just £25 and with a festival pass you can access it all. See https://www.sounddelivery.org.uk/festival-of-learning/

2. *London: Disinformation and media independence in the Western Balkans https://www.article19.org/events/checkitfirst-london* *When*: Wed June 19 at 17:00 at 14 Great College Street, Westminster, London *What*: ARTICLE19 is hosting it on disinformation which is part of a campaign that we have in Western Balkans. During this insightful gathering, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with four distinguished journalists from Serbia, Kosovo, Bosnia, and Montenegro who are winners of ethical journalism awards. They will delve into crucial topics such as the impact of censorship and foreign interference on freedom of expression. RSVP: https://www.article19.org/events/checkitfirst-london/

3. *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).

4. *London: Election Tech Meetup 5 https://lu.ma/wscf6gyy* *When*: Wed June 19 19:00 at Newspeak House *What*: With the election very much underway, we're getting the gang together! Come along for short talks on election tech and to find a project to get stuck into. Talks are followed by an unconference format. If you'd like to talk about your project, tell Richard in the WhatsApp group Join the WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KjM4onZAg4U60FAm89XRQW *RSVP*: https://lu.ma/wscf6gyy

5. Online: How to use digital engagement to mobilize power with Vanessa Serna https://www.newmode.net/how-to-use-digital-engagement-to-build-power-behind-your-campaign When: June 20, 18:00 BST, 13:00 EST (free) Posted by Steve Anderson [email protected] What: Get hands on training from a digital campaigning expert who has worked at Greenpeace, Caring Across Generations, Stand.Earth, SEIU 1021 and Amnesty International USA. In this 45-minute training, we'll run through the ins and out of using "engagement strategy" to build power for your campaign.

6. *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

7. *London: The Art (And Craft) of Gentle Protest: Sarah P Corbett in-conversation with Jon Alexander https://www.theconduit.com/upcoming-events/the-art-and-craft-of-gentle-protest/* Tue 2nd July 6pm-7:15pm at The Conduit Club, 6 Langley St, London WC2H 9JA 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.theconduit.com/upcoming-events/the-art-and-craft-of-gentle-prote... (including free tickets available) Part of a UK book tour: https://www.craftivist-collective.com/events

8. Berlin: Campaigners & Digital folk meet-up *When*: Thursday July 4, 7pm CET (and first Thursday of each month) Join: contact Paula Bonfatti [email protected] *Location*: TBC (last one was at workish.berlin - Harzer Str. 39, 12059 Berlin) *Who are we?: *We are a group of campaigners, digital strategists, organisers, fundraisers and comms people in Berlin from various places of the world. What unites us is an interest in creating a community where people can get together in person, share experience and build knowledge. *What's the input/presentation?*: Anti-oppressive organisational practice, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging - what lies at the core of these approaches and how can we be agents of change within our organisations? Gabi Rosenstreich will share some insights and discuss these questions with us.

9. *Online*: Visual Design for Organizing Apprenticeship https://socialmovementtechnologies.org/graphic-design-for-organizing-apprenticeship *When*: Sept-Oct 2024 *What*: From concept to execution, learn how to create designs that stand out, drive action, and help win campaigns. Earn SMT’s Certificate in Visual Design for Organizing. Join 400+ alums from around the world who’ve taken this 8-session apprenticeship where you’ll get tons of guidance, feedback and support. Register by June 14 for the lowest rates.

Publications

1. How can organisations value lived experience in the right way? Posted by Khudija - [email protected] See the new Payment for Involvement Playbook https://thesocialchangeagency.org/resources/payment-for-involvement-playbook/. This is a comprehensive guide to everything organisations need to create a fair and equitable payment for involvement policy. It incorporates extensive research, best practice from a learning community of over 170+ organisations, and insights from leading experts including the National Institute for Health and Care Research, Citizens Advice and the Department for Work and Pensions.

Platform and tool announcements

1. UK PPC / Election Candidates available on Do Gooder Posted by David Gravina [email protected] A few months back, folks were asking about candidate targeting in the UK election. The consensus at the time was it was a bit early due to the candidate data being sparse. UK civil society is very lucky to have the legends at Democracy Club https://democracyclub.org.uk/ doing the heavy lifting to produce the candidate data. It takes no time to set these up on Do Gooder. See the live campaign by Crustacean Compassion … https://crustaceancompassion.good.do/GE2024/candidate-pledge/ Just hit me up if you want to set one up for your campaign or issue: [email protected]

2. *PostBug: get noticed by new MPs with printed postcards *PostBug.com is a digital campaigning platform that 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 an 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

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