Get Others Involved!
It is important not only to be personally involved but also to mobilize others in your community
to bring social, political, or economic change. Local involvement via a grassroots movement is an impactful way to unify like-minded people and influence policy changes at the local, national, or
even international level.
In practice, there are two major types of grassroots movements:
- Efforts to mobilize individuals to turn out to vote either for/against a certain
- legislative proposal or for a specific candidate in an upcoming election.
- Efforts to mobilize individuals/organizations to contact a policymaker or other
- individual with influence to take a particular action.
Encourage Similarly Minded Individuals and Organizations to Act
Who is Affected by the Legislation?
Consider who else in your community might be affected by the proposed legislation.
What other industries or fields may be impacted by this decision?
- Small and Family Businesses
- Independent Contractors
- Freelance Workers
Be Informed and Be Bold!
Clearly and confidently communicate the consequences if the legislation is passed.
The most important part of motivating others is when you share your story. It’s crucial not only to inform, but also to share why and how this impacts you and how it might impact others.
Give Specific Tasks and Deliverables!
Give interested individuals specific tasks and deliverables.
- Inform: Share information, resources, and petitions.
- Connect: Provide contact information for influential leaders and legislators.
- Share: Provide template letters and encourage timely communication.
Get Others Involved!
It is important not only to be personally involved but also to mobilize others in your community to bring social, political, or economic change. Local involvement via a grassroots movement is an
impactful way to unify like-minded people and influence policy changes at the local, national, or even international level.
In practice, there are two major types of grassroots movements:
- Efforts to mobilize individuals to turn out to vote either for/against a certain legislative proposal or for a specific candidate in an upcoming election.
- Efforts to mobilize individuals/organizations to contact a policymaker or other individual with influence to take a particular action.
