Events
Near Winchester? Interested in repair, reuse and the sharing economy? Want to find out more about the Re-Action Collective and the quiet revolution happening? As part of Winchester Green Week, join the Party Kit Network for a screening of ACTionism 🌱 🗓️ Wed 24th September, 7.00pm 📍 St Mark’s Church, Oliver&
Events
Together with 99p Films we're taking ACTionism to Falmouth University Sustainable Fashion department as part of Fashion Reclaimed, a Sustainable Fashion Week between 27 Sept – 5 Oct 2025. 99p Films is a community cinema that turns film screenings into shared, transformative experiences , combining film, mindful breathing, discussion, and
Events
What happens when you take a machine learning-powered democracy tool, strip away the anonymity, and bring it to life, in a field? We don’t know but at the ACTionism Weekender, we’re going to find out. Why? Because ACTionism isn’t just about what we do, it’s about
Learning
Lately, I’ve been doing some reflecting. It was sparked by something Jon Alexander wrote: “I have a plan - or rather, some plans. But first I wanted to reflect on a few of my proudest moments - for a reason. We have to celebrate and build on what’s
What if the future wasn’t something decided by governments or corporations but something built by us, together, from the ground up? That’s the question that launched the Re-Action Collective. We’re a growing community of over 60 organisations and citizen-led initiatives united by a shared belief: we are
Spotlights
What if the key to transforming our communities was as simple as blowing bubbles or taking chalk for a walk?
Guides
As a parent to three small people, I am well aware that the summer holidays can feel overwhelming - weeks stretching ahead with expensive day trips, costly activities, and societal pressure to keep children 'entertained'. But what if this summer could be different? What if, instead of spending
The art of finding your people and taking collective action
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
We're looking for a partner ready to invest ÂŁ20,000 annually in amplifying grassroots community action through our Spotlight call series and associated content.
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
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.
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!
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
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
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.
ACTionism exists to inspire you by showcasing ordinary people who are challenging the system to create change. Something to join: A conversation about JOY & ACTionism * What if #JOY was a form of climate action? * What if reuse, repair, and radical connection became the most powerful way to push back