What are Pillars of Support? Here is a curated collection of resources collated by the Commons librarians including introductory resources, videos, templates, case studies and exercises.
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The Commons Directory of Australian MPs and Senators
How do I contact my MP? Are they on social media? Access the Commons Directory of Australian Members of Parliament MPs and Senators.
How to Influence a Political “Frenemy”: Lessons from 350 Canada’s Climate Welcome
Lessons learned from 350.org Canada’s “Climate Welcome” protest that pressured Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to take bold climate action.
Warm Cookies of the Revolution: Creative Approaches to Civic Health
In this article Denver, Colorado based group Warm Cookies of the Revolution outline how they use innovative arts and cultural programs to help people exercise their “Civic Health” and engage in social change.
The Role of External Support in Nonviolent Campaigns: Poisoned Chalice or Holy Grail?
Civil resistance-Moving from dictatorship to democracy. Negotiations & elections are the breakthroughs that lead to more democratic outcomes.
Government Relations and Winning Reform – Australian Progress Webinars
Two webinars by Australian Progress about political reform and government relations in relation to the newly elected Labor Government who won power in the Australian Federal Election 2022.
2022 Australian Federal Election Analysis
Trying to make sense of the 2022 Australian federal election and the resulting political landscape? This collection of articles will give you valuable insights.
Make the First 100 Days Count: Steps for Holding the New Government Accountable
Resources gathered to make the first 100 days count after an election and hold the new government to account and bring about change.
How to Write a Powerful Submission to Government – in as little as 10 minutes!
Contributing to government submission processes can be a valuable way for individuals to have a say on issues they care about. This article outlines some of the steps you can take to make your submissions powerful.
Local Power: Shifting Power at the Local Level – Candidate School
Case study of organising at a local level, Victorian Trades Hall Council’s Candidate School, focused on changing who gets elected to local office.
Pillars of Support: Start Here
What are Pillars of Support? Here is a curated collection of resources collated by the Commons librarians including introductory resources, videos, templates, case studies and exercises.
The Commons Directory of Australian MPs and Senators
How do I contact my MP? Are they on social media? Access the Commons Directory of Australian Members of Parliament MPs and Senators.
How to Influence a Political “Frenemy”: Lessons from 350 Canada’s Climate Welcome
Lessons learned from 350.org Canada’s “Climate Welcome” protest that pressured Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to take bold climate action.
Warm Cookies of the Revolution: Creative Approaches to Civic Health
In this article Denver, Colorado based group Warm Cookies of the Revolution outline how they use innovative arts and cultural programs to help people exercise their “Civic Health” and engage in social change.
The Role of External Support in Nonviolent Campaigns: Poisoned Chalice or Holy Grail?
Civil resistance-Moving from dictatorship to democracy. Negotiations & elections are the breakthroughs that lead to more democratic outcomes.
Government Relations and Winning Reform – Australian Progress Webinars
Two webinars by Australian Progress about political reform and government relations in relation to the newly elected Labor Government who won power in the Australian Federal Election 2022.
2022 Australian Federal Election Analysis
Trying to make sense of the 2022 Australian federal election and the resulting political landscape? This collection of articles will give you valuable insights.
Make the First 100 Days Count: Steps for Holding the New Government Accountable
Resources gathered to make the first 100 days count after an election and hold the new government to account and bring about change.
How to Write a Powerful Submission to Government – in as little as 10 minutes!
Contributing to government submission processes can be a valuable way for individuals to have a say on issues they care about. This article outlines some of the steps you can take to make your submissions powerful.
Local Power: Shifting Power at the Local Level – Candidate School
Case study of organising at a local level, Victorian Trades Hall Council’s Candidate School, focused on changing who gets elected to local office.