‘Political’ is not a dirty word: it’s time to stand up
Civil society must throw away the idea that speaking up is ‘too political’ and step into public life – for the sake of us all
Chloe Hardy
SMK’s role during the Coronavirus emergency: what do you need?
We don’t know how long the Covid-19 emergency will last. Charities, not-for-profits, community groups and mutual aid groups are now rightly focused on the immediate needs of the communities they serve, and on staying active so they can meet them.
It’s not too late – Five Resolutions for 2020
We’re not usually ones for New Year resolutions, but 2020 is gearing up to be an important year for civil society and change-making. So, we’re starting as we mean to go on!
Here is the news – facts are dead. Where will real debate happen now?
We no longer trust ‘facts’, it’s getting harder to be heard over the din of increasingly busy media coverage, and charities are anxious about being seen as ‘party political’. How can civil society stay part of our national political debate?
Using the law for social change: is it in your toolkit?
Don’t dismiss using the law in your campaigning and change-making before you understand it better
Solidarity, empathy and letting go of ego: the fight for abortion rights in Ireland
The SMK Change Network welcomed Irish campaigners who secured an overwhelming ‘yes’ vote in last year’s referendum on abortion. It was our best Change Network to date – constructive, emotional and inspiring.
Summer reflection – get into the habit of unlocking your social power
As the weather cools, hopefully minds are clearing. What better time to set aside an hour or so to reflect on your own habits as a change-maker?
Recent Posts
- ‘Political’ is not a dirty word: it’s time to stand up
- SMK’s role during the Coronavirus emergency: what do you need?
- Civil Society and Covid-19
- You already have this: unlocking confidence in an emerging social influencing team
- Climate breakdown and Civil Society: collaborating to make best use of limited resources is our best hope
