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Make Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 2d

Proportional Representation is the radical idea that a party that gets 30% of the vote should never have 100% of the power.

In most stable democracies, this is already obvious. Why not here?

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Fiona @fionamcbride.bsky.social · 1d

In the latest issue of Facilitation Inspiration, I’m reflecting on the energy of self - how we arrive, sustain ourselves, and the impact it has on the groups we facilitate.

I'd love to hear your reflections on the ideas shared!

#FacilitationInspiration

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Facilitation Inspiration - Issue 5

Welcome to the 5th issue of Facilitation Inspiration - your monthly spark for brilliant facilitation. Delivering you thoughtfully curated practical inspiration each month - without the overwhelm.

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Gary Austin (circleindigo) @circleindigo.bsky.social · 2d

This is a really great programme, do share widely, do sign up… 👇🏽

Involve @involveuk.bsky.social · 2d

Did you see that applications are open for our next cohort?

🎓 The School for Everyday Democracy is a UK-wide programme that empowers people with the skills, connections and opportunities they need to bring about positive change – locally and beyond.

Find out more👇
everydaydemocracy.org.uk

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International Association of Facilitators (IAF) @iafacilitators.bsky.social · 1d

The countdown is on!
The IAF EME Conference 2025 is landing in Bucharest, the European Capital of Facilitation this year, 7-9 November 2025.

Tickets are going fast, get yours now: ilovefacilitation.ro

#IAFEME2025 #Facilitation #WhyILoveFacilitation #ProfessionalDevelopment #IAFConference

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 2d

Enjoyed a beautiful day to recce the Ermita de la Trinita circular walk that we'll be doing, among others, with 50 members of the @goc.org.uk visiting Sitges in a couple of weeks time - a beautiful route with fabulous views! #LGBToutdoors

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 4d

I am looking forward to our next IAF Spain facilitators & friends coffee meetup next Thursday October 16 in Barcelona - do join us, all welcome! #facilitation #IAFmeetup www.linkedin.com/events/iaffa...

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 4d

Good morning Sitges 😀

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Gay Outdoor Club @goc.org.uk · 5d

Welcome to our new club Chair, Anne Coombes! @iutba.bsky.social #LGBToutdoors www.goc.org.uk/news/welcome...

Welcome to our new club Chair, Anne Coombes! - Gay Outdoor Club

Welcome and thank you to Anne Coombes, already GOC Cornwall Group Co-ordinator, for now stepping up to serve as our new club Chair as well. Anne was appointed by the Committee at our meeting on Sunday...

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Social Movement Technologies @socialmovetech.bsky.social · 13d

Join us Nov 19-20 for small-group sessions on #Bluesky, with tips and guidance for social change groups and activists. We'll cover:
🔎 Find your allies and supporters
🌱 Grow your account quickly and strategically
🔥 Start your campaign on Bsky
💡 Posts that gain traction
🧩Useful apps and more

Bluesky Ramp-up for People Power - Social Movement Technologies Global Community

November 19/20, 2025 | 90 min live session + 60 min recorded content | Training held twice to meet all global time zone needs: Recordings available now to start ramping up on Bluesky – Join the live s...

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sessionlab.com @sessionlab.com · 12d

Are you looking to develop facilitation skills across your organization?

Try the facilitation skills training agenda publicly available in SessionLab. You can take a peek at the exact workshop we ran with our own 12-person team:

Facilitation Skills Training | SessionLab

A one-day practical workshop to introduce and practice facilitation skills. Based on a real-life workshop designed for the SessionLab team.

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 14d

Thanks Andy & all of the @goc.org.uk London group for a lovely 9 mile walk today in Kent, from Borough Green to Sevenoaks via Ightham Mote and Knole Park #LGBToutdoors

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🦋 Mark Edgerton @mark-edgerton.bsky.social · 16d

Rosie Holt keeping political satire front and forward.

What a star 💫

Rosie Holt @rosieisaholt.bsky.social · 16d

Reform MP backs up Nigel Farage claims that migrants are coming for your birds.

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Drawnalism @drawnalism.com · 18d

Since 2009, Drawnalism has helped teams draw out what matters. Whether it’s a one-day event or a months-long project, we’ll guide you through every step of the process.

Plan ahead for smooth #GraphicRecording: drawnalism.com

Drawnalism In the Moment graphic recording for events with traditional tools or entirely digital output. At Drawnalism.com

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 17d

Oh dear, get well soon!

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 17d

Bravo!

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Gary Austin (circleindigo) @circleindigo.bsky.social · 17d

What an absolute joy to have worked on this programme, and and so very proud and honoured to have been part of their journey.

Involve @involveuk.bsky.social · 19d

🎉 Congratulations to the very first School for Everyday Democracy graduates!

🤝 As our first alumni, these changemakers are the start of a UK‑wide network rooted in mutual support and stronger communities.

👀 Applications for the next cohort open soon. Find out more 👇
www.everydaydemocracy.org.uk

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 17d

Pity it's presented as a rehashed Tory policy adopted in order to challenge Reform

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sessionlab.com @sessionlab.com · 18d

400+ responses are in for the State of Facilitation 2025 survey.

Early insight: in-person is seen as most impactful, but online/hybrid dominates practice.

👉 Add your perspective here: buff.ly/RdYsXjk

🌍 We’d especially love to hear from facilitators in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East!

State of Facilitation 2025 Survey

Turn data collection into an experience with Typeform. Create beautiful online forms, surveys, quizzes, and so much more. Try it for FREE.

state-of-facilitation.typeform.com

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 19d

Last two places available for this @ica-uk.bsky.social ToP #facilitation training in November in London, and last week to enjoy 10% off all 2025-26 courses in London, Brussels & Sitges, Barcelona with promo code SeptemberSale! #ToPfacilitation 2511GFML.eventbrite.co.uk

ToP Group Facilitation Methods training - London

Group Facilitation Methods training - London

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Martin Gilbraith @martingilbraith.com · 19d

I just joined the global call to #DrawTheLine — for peace, climate justice, and a world beyond fossil fuels. Be part of the actions this September: drawtheline.world?utm_source=b...

Home | Draw The Line - For life, for people, for the planet.

600+ actions, 85+ countries, thousands on the streets drawing an urgent line for life, for the people and for the planet.

drawtheline.world

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Matthew Kalman Mezey @matthewmezey.bsky.social · 20d

Join us on Friday...

Joy in Work @joyinwork.bsky.social · 21d

If you’re struggling to find joy in uncertain times, join us for this 45-minute @theqcommunity.bsky.social on Friday 😊

Register here ▶️ tinyurl.com/eerkznkn

@alexldavis.bsky.social @matthewmezey.bsky.social @johnrouse.bsky.social

Joy in Work Curiosity Collective: finding joy in uncertain times

How can we grow Joy in Work, in such unsettled times? Join the session to learn together.

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Flight Free UK @flightfreeuk.bsky.social · 20d

The emissions of 100,000 extra flights a year can't be magicked away by so-called 'sustainable' aviation fuel. Yet somehow our politicians think we can still hit our climate targets at the same time as expanding airports.

Our petition to stop airport expansion is still live 👇

Gatwick airport second runway approved by transport secretary

There has been strong opposition against the airport wanting to use its northern runway.

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Involve @involveuk.bsky.social · 19d

🚨 Right now, governments across the world are grappling with ailing trust just as bold net zero action is needed.

⌛ In the UK, our experience shows strong public support for net zero remains - but that support needs to be met with real engagement if we’re to hit our 2030 targets.

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Quakers in Britain @quaker.org.uk · 20d

Quakers in Britain welcomes the announcement by our government today to formally recognise the State of Palestine. We see this as a first step to right a historic wrong. Read the full story here 👇
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UK recognition of Palestine: a first step to right a historic wrong

Quakers in Britain welcome the announcement by our government today to formally recognise the State of Palestine.

www.quaker.org.uk

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Sian Berry MP @sianberry.bsky.social · 20d

So necessary, so welcome, so late, and so insufficient from our Government.

The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 22d

The UK government has confirmed it will finally recognise the state of Palestine - a welcome step.

But this must be accompanied by real, concrete actions to bring an end to the genocide in Gaza, including boycotts, sanctions and the end of arms sales to Israel.

END THE GENOCIDE
Image credit: Hosny Salah
Green Party
Promoted by Chris Williams on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

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