Local action group coordinator hub Help run a successful and effective group

Group coordinators are the heart of our grassroots network, and we couldn’t do it without you.

As coordinator you have 2 main responsibilities: a point of contact for Friends of the Earth and to ensure that your group upholds the local action group charter.

This hub is your go-to spot for key documents and resources to keep your group running smoothly, including all the everyday admin bits.

Support and information guide for coordinators

We’ve created this guide to help you understand the range of support available to you as a Friends of the Earth group coordinator.

Inside, you’ll find information on:

Staying connected: how to keep in touch with us and the types of communication you can expect to receive.
Managing your online presence: guidance on maintaining your group’s webpage and external communications.
Connecting with others: how to join our coordinators’ Facebook group and the groups’ WhatsApp community.
Getting support: where to go for help with group administration, funding opportunities and more.

Access the guide

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Building a strong and happy group

Build a brilliant campaigning group

Feeling invigorated? This practical guide walks you through the steps and strategies you need to build a brilliant campaigning group.

Share responsibility for running your group

Successful groups are those where responsibilities are shared and members take on different tasks based on their skills or interest.

Support for you and your group

An overview of the training and support available to local action groups and activists in our network.

Create a safer space

Find out how to make your group and its activities safer spaces.

How to welcome new members to your group

How do you make sure newcomers to your group come back? Read our ideas on creating a welcoming environment – they may well come in handy in your workplace too.

How to hold great meetings

Running smooth, productive meetings with an inclusive culture is vital to healthy groups. Have a look at our tips for how to do this.

Helpful resources and documents

How to collect and share stories ethically

At the heart of every strong campaign is a powerful story. But how can we make sure we honour stories and tell them ethically? Read our guide to learn the core principles of ethical storytelling.

Policies, guidance and grants

Access all the important policies and guidance you need, including how to apply for a grant and how to order materials.

Set ground rules

Make sure that meetings are efficient and respectful by encouraging your group to agree on some simple ground rules.

Insurance guidance

Find about Friends of the Earth insurance guidance for Friends of the Earth registered local action groups (who have signed the local action group charter) and registered United for Warm Home hubs.

At Friends of the Earth, everyone has the right to feel safe and free from abuse. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, which means staying alert to the wellbeing of others and reporting any concerns promptly so we can keep our groups safe, welcoming, and inclusive.

Apply for a grant

Apply for a grant from the local action group and/or partnerships fund to support the development of your group or its campaigning activities.

Our values

Local action group charter

Our shared values, how we work together, and policies are outlined in our local action group charter and which is signed by all local action groups.

Together we will campaign for Climate Action according to these values. We are...

Political impartiality

All local action groups are required to follow the political impartiality guidance to ensure they are as effective as possible in tackling the climate and ecological emergency.