Resources
06 Sep 2023
Having persuasive conversations with people in our communities is vital for shifting thinking and moving people to take specific action. This guide will help you to have more effective, engaging conversations.
15 Aug 2023
Young people are key to building a brighter future. Find out how to collaborate with youth activists and how to welcome them into your group.
11 Mar 2024
Running a stall is one of the core activities of any local action group, so get our top tips.
24 Jul 2023
Having a website is important in today's digital world. Find out everything you need to know if your local action group wants to create and manage its own website.
10 Apr 2023
Successful groups are those where responsibilities are shared and members take on different tasks based on their skills or interest.
02 Mar 2023
Growing an active email list is a great way to build a relationship with people who've already shown an interest in your group.
11 Jul 2023
Email is a great way to reach a lot of people at the same time and promote your group’s work. But persuading people to take action after reading an email takes work.
21 Dec 2022
Wiltshire Council runs a fuel poverty support service and is retrofitting council housing. This case study relates to Actions 11 and 13 of the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils. Action 11 includes targeting policies, actions and spending towards people most at risk of fuel poverty, while Action 13 involves retrofitting council-owned properties.
23 Jun 2023
Hope Valley Climate Action is collaborating with Derbyshire County Council to encourage active travel, improve public transport and decrease car use in the community. Prioritising transport investment in walking, cycling and public transport forms Action 21 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.
06 Dec 2022
Hampshire County Council has developed 2 decision making tools including a climate adaptation tool that's used to develop climate resilience in the area, for example in communities vulnerable to climate impacts. Targeting climate change adaptation at people and neighbourhoods most at risk from extreme weather events is part of Action 11 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.