First off, 350.org is brilliant at mobilizing people across the planet to take action on climate change. Now the brilliant innovators at 350.org have just developed a new program offering workshops on media and organizing. Their new website has downloadable resources and training guides on online and offline media, as well as organizing and building a movement. I appreciate how some of the resources contain information that is immediately usable for people who don't define themselves as … [Read more...]
The SPIN Project
Through their leadership academy, SPIN provides training in strategic communications for activists and non-profits at very reasonable prices. Based in California, but their resources and advice are relevant for people across North America. SPIN's guide books are useful and practical. Check out this guide geared to helping groups align community organization and strategic communication goals. … [Read more...]
Smart Meme
Smart Meme Based in SF and Boston, but operating nationally, Smart Meme specializes in teaching activists how to harness the power of the media and story-telling. They also teach campaign strategy. Smart Meme has wicked smart and dedicated trainers. … [Read more...]
Story-based Strategy to Win Campaigns
Doyle Canning and Patrick Reinsborough Insightful book on the power of narrative in campaigning. Offers tools on how to apply techniques like story telling, framing, and messaging to your work. Geared to people with experience doing media and campaigning. … [Read more...]
Progressive Communicators Network
The Progressive Communicators Network offers practical website training, advice, and guides to help harness the power of the media, from website 2.0, to media justice, to media strategy. Celia Alario works through the Progressive Communicators Network, and she is awesome. … [Read more...]