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ACTionism

We inspire through stories of collective action, providing practical guidance to turn inspiration into real change in communities.

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You know that feeling when you look around you and see what needs changing, but wonder if you're alone in caring? You're not. And you have more power than you think.ACTionism is the art of finding your people and taking act...
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Published on June 23, 2025 by TAMASINE

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We exist because the world needs people and communities that build solutions, not just individuals who point out problems.

You know that feeling when you look around and see what needs changing, but wonder if you're the only one who cares? You're not. And you have more power than you think.

Inspired by Jon Alexander's insight that "all of us are better than any of us," we reject the idea that you're either a passive subject or an isolated consumer. What you are instead is an active citizen capable of creating meaningful change.


ACTionism is creative and demonstrative
- we need the builders, storytellers, and creators to construct a new system and, in turn, a more joyful and regenerative world.


What we do

We inspire people with stories of individuals and initiatives that demonstrate how collective action can create real change, whilst providing practical guidance on turning inspiration into action.

Our approach centres on storytelling as the catalyst for transformation, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of inspiration, collective action, and reflection. When we ask "What can we do that we couldn't do on our own?" we rediscover the power and joy of collective agency.

 
ACTionism works to:
  1. Lift up marginalised voices and ensure our work reflects community diversity.
  2. Cultivate joy deliberately - it creates energy, energy creates movement, and movement changes communities and systems
  3. Amplify the work of community initiatives and organisations that align with our manifesto
  4. Educate by sharing stories, strategies, and practical guidance for collective action
  5. Build collective agency and reduce feelings of powerlessness
  6. Promote and enable community-led solutions across food, education, nature, repair, and local spaces
  7. Help people turn inspiration into practical action in their communities
  8. Celebrate and amplify grassroots initiatives that demonstrate collective power
  9. Connect people through accessible storytelling and community places and spaces
 

 

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