Campaigning

 

Those who wish to become involved in campaigning may reach out to both the general public and organisations by various methods (whatever they feel comfortable with) such as one or more of the following:

 

• Place our poster in shops, supermarkets, libraries, public buildings, offices, schools, etc; to bring attention to climate change, Climate Concern UK, local contacts, and the web site. (see Poster on Downloads page).

• Presence in public places, e.g. town centres (on-street, in markets or shopping malls) and at events, to discuss the issues and to hand out information (see Downloads page). Remember to obtain permission first from the district or town council or owners. Display materials can be supplied for fixing to a table or stand to attract attention.

• Provide talks to clubs & societies, schools, businesses. Suggested content and a Powerpoint presentation can be supplied on request. Most schools and sixth form colleges welcome external speakers, especially for A-level PSHE and Citizenship, along with General Studies and Geography. There are many groups who regularly book speakers - e.g. WI, Townswomen, Rotary, Round Table, Inner Wheel, Soroptimists, Probus, U3A, Civic Societies, church groups, political groups, etc. - libraries have lists or databases showing societies and contacts.

• Seek publicity in the local press (we can supply a press release about CCUK or a climate change summary article).

• Comment to the management of any organisation you consider to be wasting energy - e.g. overheated stores, schools, council offices! Make approaches to local businesses, councils, MPs and other organisations by letter/e-mail/telephone/visit.

• Don't forget to gently spread the word to relatives/colleagues/friends/contacts. Show your concern by example.