The activists' handbook : a step-by-step guide to participatory democracy / Aidan Ricketts.

Includes bibliographical references ([272]-274) and index.

Introduction: cycles within cycles -- Activism, advocacy and the practice of democracy -- Building successful social movements -- Strategy: the art of activism -- Planning and mapping your campaign: practical tools and processes -- Media, publicity and research -- Public sector activism: how to change the law and influence government policy -- Corporate activism -- Direct action, protest and your rights -- Digital activism -- Strategic litigation -- Social change and conflict resolution -- Empowerment and personal sustainability: staying active and avoiding burnout.

'The Activist's Handbook' is a powerful guide to activism on virtually any scale. Environmental activist Aidan Ricketts provides a step-to-step guide for citizens eager to start or get involved in grass-roots activist movements. Laying a thorough theoretical groundwork and providing all essential practical tools, methods and strategies needed for a successful campaign, this book enables its readers to effectively promote their cause. Case studies from the US, UK and Australia as well as lots of ready-to-use documents and up-to-date information on legal issues, internet activism and group strategy make this book a priceless resource for everyone ready to make a difference.