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In "Building Powerful Coalitions," Amanda Tattersall emphasizes the importance of collaboration in the New South Wales Public Education Coalition. Key features include strong leadership support and grassroots participation, demonstrating that no one is alone in the fight for better education. The five guiding principles stress the importance of focused agendas and strategic inclusivity. Coalition members should leverage mutual self-interest for social justice while crafting a broad narrative tied to actionable goals. Discover more strategies and insights at www.powerincoalition.com and explore the Sydney Alliance.
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Building Powerful Coalitions Amanda Tattersall www.powerincoalition.com
Key features • Leadership support • Not alone = approached Parents Federation • Mass based, participatory • Formed local coalitions/groups • Took actions that made a direct impact
Five principles of Strong Coalitions 1. Less is more 5. Multi-scaled action 2. Individuals matter 4. Plan, plan, plan 3. Set an agenda
Less is more • Restricted membership • Build relationships and develop issues together • Be strategic about who is involved in the coalition
Build an agenda • Wield self-interest with a sword of justice • Mutual self-interest • Positive agenda • Who speaks? • Broad narrative linked to specific, winnable demands 3…
Want More? • Read the handout: Principles of strong coalitions • Visit the website: www.powerincoalition.com • Buy the book: Power in Coalition: strategies for strong unions and social change • Find out more about the Sydney Alliance: www.sydneyalliance.org.au