Category: Original

  • 7 Pillars of Awesome Activist Events

    7 Pillars of Awesome Activist Events

    You can also download this document as a printable PDF handout. I. Know your Aims II. Be Organised III. Have Good Content IV. Get the Practicalities Right V. Spread the Word For a rough guide this should take about 50% of the time VI. Stay Calm On the Day VII. Do the Follow Up

  • Alys and Ric’s Favourite things to do in Auld Reekie

    Alys and Ric’s Favourite things to do in Auld Reekie

    Sights in the Old and New Town All of the following are within walking distance of each other, but Edinburgh streets, closes and bridges can be confusing to navigate, especially in the Old Town, so do get a (free) map, available from Tourist Information next to Waverley Station, and most public buildings. City-centre Hills and…

  • Transition Edinburgh University: Three Years of Action

    Transition Edinburgh University: Three Years of Action

    The Transition Edinburgh University group came to an end after funding for the initiative’s staff ended in 2011. I had the privilege of being one of those staff.  Many folk involved went on to do great things working for the University’s new Sustainability Office.  I left the university to work on other projects, but remain…