Fundraising

Despite the size of your campaign, there will be times when certain resources and actions will require financial support. For many, fundraising is the lifeline for their campaign. There are many methods and creative ideas to running a successful fundraising campaign for your cause or organization. Here are some suggestions and resources to keep in mind…

Storytelling

Stories shape our world visions and they have the power to change the world. But telling a story is not as obvious as it seems. It requires a deep understanding of how we make sense of what we are told. This section provides some insights into this hugely exciting field.

Theory 101

Building your campaign or movement does not happen in a vacuum but is tied to wider structures of oppression and discrimination such as classism, sexism and racism. Theory 101 provides you with the definitions, examples, and resources needed to understand how all these systems of marginalization and oppression are connected to each other.

The Democratic Debate Proved That on LGBT Equality—and All Issues—Pressure and Protest Work

From Huffington post The first Democratic debate last night was, refreshingly, a spirited exchange of important ideas and policies, unlike the egomaniacal, mean-spirited, rhetoric-spewing GOP slugfests that have so far transpired. This, even despite CNN’s silly showcasing of the last night’s event as if it was a Vegas prizefight.  The debate also highlighted just how important…

Gay as a…Giraffe

In the long-standing debate on whether homosexuality is “natural” or “normal,” some have found it helpful to look to the animal kingdom. Some examples of animal behavior that might qualify as “queer” have been part of some LGBTIQ activists’ strategy. We nevertheless suggest doing more research and providing quotes from trusted institutions. The much-cited Bruce…