Hold an Action : The 9-Step Organizing Plan
Whether you are a seasoned activist or a first-time organizer, here is a simple guide to get you started. Go through the steps one by one, and you’ll be on your way to planning a creative, engaging, and powerful action in your community.
- 1. Plan Your Action: Choose a unique event idea and location for your Awareness Day, such as walks, vigils, or rallies.
- 2. Community Collaboration :Engage friends, neighbors, and local organizations to join and enhance the impact.
- 3. Logistical Readiness: Take care of logistics early—consider timing, permits, sound systems, and transportation.
- 4. Government Involvement: Invite local, regional, and national leaders to support the cause.
- 5. Spread the Word: Utilize emails, social media, editorials, and local media to promote the event.
- 6. Banner Creation: Craft distinctive banners to communicate the message effectively.
- 7. Media Outreach: Contact local, state, and national media outlets for coverage.
- 8. Meaningful Action: Execute planned activities and capture a powerful photo with participants and banners.
- 9. Report and Share: Share the best photo with digitalopiumawarenessday@mail.com for media and advocacy purposes.
*Inspiration credits : https://www.stoppredatorygambling.org/hold-an-action/