Introduction
Some very broad basic ideas for getting started at organising in your local area.
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Firstly, remember: If you are going to do community organising, do it in your own area! Don't be a missionary!
Research and preparation
Look around your local area and determine what issues it faces. Talk to your neighbours, what issues do they think are important regarding the area. Determine what kinds of projects you can develop or direct action you can take that meet the area's needs or address the community's issues.
Door knocking guide
Introduction
Tips for effectively carrying out door-knocking visits and talking to people in your local area.
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In community politics, door knocking plays an essential role. From just getting to know your neighbours better, to carrying out a local survey or trying to sign people up to a local campaign or petition talking to people at home is a valuable exercise, due to its face-to-face nature,
However, it can be a daunting task, so we put together a set of tips to help you on your way, with pre-planning and then how to act on people’s doorsteps.