Happy 2026 ACTionists!
We're starting 2026 with a simple question: what if the year ahead was shaped by all of us, not just a few?
We believe in the power of small actions done together. This year, we're putting that belief into practice. We're building ACtionism as we can, learning as we go, and we're making space for you to help shape what comes next.
We don't have all the answers. What we need is a community of people who believe that collective action matters. People who understand that change doesn't come from perfection - it comes from showing up, doing what you can, and inviting others to do the same.
But we can't do this alone. We need your voice, your ideas, and your commitment to finding common ground.
Next week on Jan 15 , we're hosting a call where we want to hear your ideas for ACTionism. Whether you have skills, ideas, funding, or just the desire to be part of something that champions grassroots change, this is your moment to join and help shape what comes next. Join is 12.30-1.30 GMT Jan 15th
Something to join: ACTionism Spotlight: Parisa Wright - Greener & Cleaner Jan 30th
Cleaner & Greener is so much more than a sustainability hub in Bromley. Our upcoming Spotlight session will challenge you to consider what's possible when you put people's day-to-day reality at the centre of your work.
Join us for an inspiring and interactive session with Parisa Wright, founder of Greener & Cleaner. What started as a meetup above a pub is now helping influence government policy.
Whether you're working in community development, wrestling with how to make community action genuinely inclusive, or curious about what systemic change looks like from the ground up, this session will challenge you to consider what's possible when you put people's day-to-day reality at the centre of your work.
Something to Watch: A community clean up mission goes viral on IG and inspires others!
When young workers at a family furniture store in Tunstall decided to clean up their community, they sparked a movement that's proving collective action can transform a neighbourhood. Read more about what they're doing here
Something to read: Forget Big Gestures: Here's What Collective Action Really Looks Like in January
You don't need to be perfect to create change. You just need to start (anything will do) and know you're not alone. When millions of people do the same small action together, something shifts. Suddenly, it feels possible. At ACTionism, we believe that's where real change begins. Read the full article to discover your one small action for today.
Want to take an ACTion today: Help us
There are lots of ways that you can start taking action - and if you're not sure where to start, why not help us! Most take less than 2 minutes!
Why not:
Share a story – Write for our positive story hub or tag us on Instagram or LinkedIn. It could be your own work or something brilliant you've spotted.
Nominate amazing work – Know a project or organisation doing great things? DM us on Instagram, email us, or message Tamasine on LinkedIn with links.
Write with us – Have something to say about collective action? Let's collaborate.
Just share – See something inspiring? Tell us (and others) about it. Every story spreads the message that collective action is already happening.
Work with us – Interested in social media posting, writing, or other collaboration? We have limited funding to support this, so please get in touch.
