Action groups are the driving force of our movement. Here are the essential guides on being a new group member or convener. You will also find training workbooks and resources to help you organise as well as several templates for group lead roles.

part 1

Starter guides

These two guides form the foundations of being a member and leader of an action group.

Convenor guide New member guide
part 2

TRAINING WORKBOOKS

These workbooks accompany the organising training days for action groups and community organising training – see the training calendar to register.

part 3

RE-GROUP KIT RESOURCES

These resources give you the tools to develop and grow your group.

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Facilitating Meetings
30 September 2013 | 3:44 pm
To teach convenors how to facilitate effective group meetings and workshops. To support and mentor...
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Group Activities
30 September 2013 | 3:46 pm
To set the scene for a group planning activity for new or existing groups. To evaluate past...
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Group Events
30 September 2013 | 3:49 pm
To show examples of Amnesty International group events To successfully plan new group events To...
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New Members
30 September 2013 | 3:54 pm
To provide knowledge and ideas for the recruitment and retention of new group members.
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ROLE RESPONSIBILITY TEMPLATES

The key leadership roles in an action group have their own role responsibility template. We have provided you with suggested wording so please feel free to tailor to the needs of your group.

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Convenor

Communication Officer

Media Liaison

Recruitment Agent

Secretary

Treasurer

part 5

INTERESTED IN TRAINING?

Interested in training in this area? Connect with your regional contact to find out what opportunities are coming up.

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STUDENT RESOURCES

Student activists have always been at the front lines – from confronting tanks in Tiananmen Square, to peacefully protesting in Sudan. Whether you are learning or teaching, here are some resources to help you take your activism to the next level.

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