Events
There are days when the anger hits hard. Recently, there's been a lot of them. The injustice, the violence, the collapse, it can be overwhelming. And in those moments, it's easy to feel torn between wanting to scream in protest and needing to curl up and
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
newsletter
ACTionism exists to inspire you by showcasing ordinary people who are challenging the system to create change. Something to take part in: ACTionism x Pol.is: Can We Build Better Conversations About Change? What happens when you bring a democracy tool powered by machine‑learning into a field, and make
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
Guides
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
Spotlights
We're looking for a partner ready to invest £20,000 annually in amplifying grassroots community action through our Spotlight call series and associated content.
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,
newsletter
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
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