The Activists' Handbook: a step-by-step guide to participatory democracy

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About the author; List of Figures; 2.1 The eight stages of social movements; 3.1 Timelines map; 3.2 Integrated strategy map; 4.1 The Murdoch Rag; 4.2 Campaign questions grid; 4.3 Overall objectives and immediate goals; 4.4 Overall objectives and immediate goals (SOF); 4.5 Corpvale strategic plan; 4.6 Full strategic plan; 4.7 Generic strategic plan; 4.8 Power-holder map; 4.9 Corpvale research planning grid; 4.10 Friends and foes map; 4.11 Generic friends and foes map; 4.12 Timelines map; 5.1 The strategic research cycle; 5.2 Plan your presentation; 5.3 The format for a media release.;The Activists' Handbook is a powerful guide to social change activism and an essential resource for anyone ready to make a difference. Environmental activist Aidan Ricketts offers a step-by-step guide to starting up or getting involved in grassroots movements. Providing all the essential practical tools, methods and strategies needed for a successful campaign and extensively discussing legal and ethical issues, The Activists' Handbook empowers its readers to effectively promote their cause.