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Key resources for local groups

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We have a range of resources to support your local group meetings, campaigning, fundraising and events.

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Setting up a local Amnesty group

Considering starting a local Amnesty group in your area? We're here to support passionate individuals like you in establishing active local groups. If you're interested, please contact us at [email protected].

Order activism resources

A selection of our activism resources available to order in hard copy. By completing the form, your order will be sent to our Supporter Communications Team, who will place the order with our warehouse. They will email you to inform you that your order has been placed.

Order activism and fundraising resources

How to guides

You can download or order our how to guides below.

Effective campaigning

Discover creative campaigning tips and ideas from Amnesty groups across the UK to help your actions stand out and make a bigger impact.

Download: Creating a scene for effective campaigning

Social media

Social media can help your group spread the word, attract new members, and share campaign actions. This short guide explains how to set up and use Facebook and X effectively, with practical tips to help your group present itself well online.

Download: How to communicate online

Fundraising

This guide helps local Amnesty groups plan and run fundraising activities safely, legally and in line with Amnesty International UK’s policies. It explains key responsibilities, how funds should be allocated, and practical steps to manage and send in money raised.

Download: Local Group Fundraising Guidelines

Events

Organising an event can help spread the word about human rights, raise money for Amnesty, and attract new members. This guide shares simple tips to help your event run smoothly.

Download: Organising an event

Your group

Every action and event is a chance to recruit new members. This guide shares practical tips to help you welcome new people and make a positive first impression from the start.

Download: Getting new members
Download: Keeping new members

Your meetings

Healthy meetings help groups make decisions, stay motivated, and work well together. These guides share practical tips on decision-making, group dynamics, and running meetings that everyone wants to come back to.

Download: discuss and decide
Download: evaluate and change
Download: introducing a new dynamic

Role guides

These guides explain the key roles in a local group, including the secretary, chair, and treasurer. It outlines their responsibilities and how each role helps groups run smoothly, campaign effectively, and support Amnesty International UK’s work.

Download: Secretary role guide
Download: Chair role guide
Download: Treasurer role guide

Pride guide

This Pride guide supports activists and groups taking part in local Pride events, with practical tips on planning your involvement, working with organisers, and promoting your presence. It includes advice on volunteering, materials, stalls, marches and engaging the public effectively.

Download: Pride guide for activists

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