What can I do?
To be successful in ending mass impoverishment, we need MPs to change the policies that they propose and implement. And we have plans for doing this.
But first, we need to spread the message — our ability to apply pressure will be proportional to the number of people who know about and support the 99% Organisation. And this is where you can help right now.
You almost certainly have friends and acquaintances who are also concerned about the future, either for their own sake or for their children’s sake. Talk to them and share the message in every way you can.
And see below for resources and groups that can help you.
Resources you may find helpful
Below are materials and resources that you may want, whether you intend to join a local group, or just to contact your MP directly.
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The Objectives and Values of the 99% Organisation on a page
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Some suggestions for actions you can take, ranging from the very simple to the more demanding
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A short presentation summarising the arguments of 99% that you may find useful in explaining to others what you are doing
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Here is a handbook that will tell what the local groups are all about, and how to run one
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A pledge you can ask local candidates to sign -- their reponse will help us distinguish those MPs who want to end mass impoverishment from those who are happy to see it continue
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A template for writing to a local MP / Candidate -- feel free to customise. If you are writing to a minister or shadow minister, let us help.
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A website that makes it quick and easy to write to your MP, or other representative
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Here is a short document that will help you and your group 'pitch' for local speaking events
Local groups you can join
There are a number of 99% Groups you can join for support, with more becoming available all the time. Please follow the links for more details on how to get involved.
Which Group Should I Join?
The groups were originally set-up with a geographic focus, but since we have been holding the meetings virtually, all meetings are open to all members.
http://99-percent.freeforums.net/board/5/starting-local-groups
South and East Group
This group was originally for people in London and the South East.
Please contact Paul Bradford (paul.bradford@99-percent.org) for more details.
http://99-percent.freeforums.net/board/4/news-plans
North and West
This group was originally for people in the Midlands, but now covers the whole of the North and West of UK.
Please contact Helena Orlowski (helena.orlowski@99-percent.org) for more details.
http://99-percent.freeforums.net/board/3/hereford-group-news-plans
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Which Group Should I Join?
The groups were originally set-up with a geographic focus, but since we have been holding the meetings virtually, all meetings are open to all members.
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South and East Group
This group was originally for people in London and the South East.
Please contact Paul Bradford (paul.bradford@99-percent.org) for more details.
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North and West
This group was originally for people in the Midlands, but now covers the whole of the North and West of UK.
Please contact Helena Orlowski (helena.orlowski@99-percent.org) for more details.
