Education and learning doesn't have to mean surrendering your power. It shouldn't be about following orders and accepting what you're given. Here, we spotlight inspiring educational initiatives that put agency back in your hands - showing you how to get involved or start your own approach to transformative learning and education in your community.
Organisations and Initiatives
Why real, honest dialogue needs to be part of every change or action we aim to create in the world. And why now, more than ever, is the time to reach across the divides that the media tells us exist across the UK today and start talking!
Guides
ACTionism is the art of finding your people and taking collective action. But how exactly do you find your people? Here's how others did it. We've talked to community members and groups to collate how they did it - so you can find your people!
Reflections
I want to know: what's your strategy? How do you make space to act when life gets in the way?
Love Where We Live
Olivia recently returned to the core of the ACTionism community, after a short time away working on Citizens’ Assemblies, exploring fairness, politicians’ pay, and what it means to value public service, vital work. And now she's back to do something just as important: the work of reimagining belonging,
Reflections
Why we need ACTionism and Activism to end the Genocide in Gaza - what you can do today.
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
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,
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.
Food
What if schools could become thriving community hubs that tackle food poverty, reduce waste, and strengthen social connections all at once?
Spotlights
What if every child's voice mattered in school decisions, not just the loudest ones? This article explores how Smart School Councils work, why more schools and communities need this approach, and how you can take action to bring democratic education to your area. Building a citizen future in
Learning
A platform helping schools make every pupil part of decision-making. SSC enables schools to move away from traditional “one-child-per-class” school councils and empowers children as young as four to lead class meetings and make their voices heard.