Organisations and Initiatives
Cooperation Hull is pioneering a grassroots movement that embodies the very essence of ACTionism - the belief that ordinary people have the power to create extraordinary change when they come together with purpose. Through their innovative People's Assemblies, they're replacing traditional party politics with people power,
ACTionism exists to inspire you by showcasing ordinary people who are challenging the system to create change. We've had a busy few weeks since we launched this newsletter and our content hub - thanks to everyone who has been in touch with supportive messages and ideas on how
Events
We won't be hosting a Spotlight call in August but you can join us for a relaxed online gathering designed to keep our ACTionism community connected during the summer. This friendly virtual meetup is perfect for anyone who's still around over the summer and wants to:
Guides
The future of documentary impact isn't just about reaching more people—it's about empowering communities to act together. And the answer can be found in Social Cinema screenings.
Events
We were delighted to host this inspiring spotlight call with Emma Bearman, founder of Playful Anywhere, a Leeds-based Community Interest Company that works with communities to transform their relationship with place and space. Emma described play as a "Trojan horse" - a powerful tool that opens up deeper
Organisations and Initiatives
We're looking for someone with fundraising and partnership skills to help our small volunteer-led team secure funding. We're excited to have started on this journey, and are already seeing and hearing so many positive things about what we've created so far with no budget!
Nature
David Attenborough’s new documentary, Ocean, might be visually stunning, but I think it's missing the most important part - people. Almost everyone I know who has seen Ocean has been moved by the beauty and urgency of what’s happening beneath the waves, but they also share
The art of finding your people to take collective action
Reclaiming this connection with our food systems isn't just about eating better; it's about finding your people and discovering the collective power that comes from understanding the real stories behind our food.
There’s a growing feeling that many of us carry. An ache. Knowing that something’s not working, and that we want to be part of building something better. But how? Where do we start? Where do we belong in this story of change? At Re-Action, we’ve been exploring
Coming soon - two potential screenings of ACTionism in collaboration with our friends at 99p Films.
By pooling the resources of 5 ranches, the Old Salt Co-op are finding collective agency to reclaim their rightful role as land stewards - and proudly declaring their belief that “Land Is Kin”.
Thanks for expressing an interest in contributing to ACTionism. Here are our guidelines for anyone wanting to submit content for our movement.
Saturday 19th July, 10:00 - 17:00📍 Outside, Hathersage, Peak District Learn more The Re-Action Collective is taking their project outside (literally!) Re-Action member Outside (a family run independent outdoor store in the Peak District) are hosting the first-ever Re-Action Basecamp, a special event dedicated to giving big donated
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Emma Bearman, founder of Playful Anywhere, a Leeds-based Community Interest Company working with communities to transform their relationship with place and space. Emma describes play as a "Trojan horse" - a powerful tool that opens up deeper conversations about how communities
Empowering Young Voices: How Smart School Council Transforms Children into Changemakers What if children as young as four could identify problems in their school and take meaningful action to solve them? Smart School Council is revolutionising how we think about student voice and democratic participation in education, proving that age
“The doom-laden headlines of our times would seem to indicate there are two futures on offer. In one, an Orwellian authoritarianism prevails. Fearful in the face of compounding crises — climate, plagues, poverty, hunger — people accept the bargain of the “Strong Man”: their leader’s protection in return for unquestioning allegiance
Pol.is is a tool designed to facilitate large-scale, open-ended conversations while identifying areas of consensus. It enables groups, whether face-to-face or online, to engage people in active decision making and participatory processes in an inclusive and scalable way. The challenge: Traditional consultation and decision-making processes often fail to capture
An Alternative High Street is the vision of the Re-Action Collective. It is a space that champions repair, reuse, repurposing, sharing, and upskilling. It promotes a culture where caring for what we have and sharing it becomes the norm, rather than defaulting to buying new. Vibrant hubs of community interaction
What if schools could become thriving community hubs that tackle food poverty, reduce waste, and strengthen social connections all at once?