Stir to Action is a national economic development co-operative focused on democratic ownership. We also publish a quarterly magazine and run an annual festival.
South West, England
Joined February 2012
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Stir to Action retweeted
I’m delighted to have donated to this really important work to rebuild our democratic social fabric @CompassOffice
We’ve launched a crowdfunding campaign for our national programme – 21st Century Social Clubs – that is building a movement to protect and revitalise these member-owned spaces for a new generation!
Support us by pledging here: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/21st-cen…
We’ve launched a crowdfunding campaign for our national programme – 21st Century Social Clubs – that is building a movement to protect and revitalise these member-owned spaces for a new generation!
Support us by pledging here: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/21st-cen…
Stir to Action retweeted
Stronger Local Places: Rebuilding the Social Club Movement conference brings together club members, policymakers, charities & funders to explore how Britain’s social clubs can be revived as vibrant civic hubs.
Find more event info & tickets:
👉 democraticbusiness.org/event…
ALT Event poster with the following text - Stronger Local Places: Rebuilding the Social Club Movement. Thursday 11th September 2025. The Mildmay Club, London. Tickets £40-£70 + VAT. democraticbusiness.org/events.
Stir to Action retweeted
Pleased to be sponsoring this @StirToAction conference on social clubs.
Many existing clubs operate from historic buildings, and this conference will look at how we ensure they continue to play a role in their communities into the future.
Tickets:
🎟 bit.ly/3DDqt3s
ALT Event poster with the following text - Stronger Local Places: Rebuilding the Social Club Movement. Thursday 11th September 2025. The Mildmay Club, London. Tickets £40-£70 + VAT. democraticbusiness.org/events.
Stir to Action retweeted
Discover the power of #Coops! ⬇️
📈 Want to start a fairer, more ethical business or community project?
Join our FREE Discover Co-ops webinar series is starting soon! 💡
Hear from inspiring co-ops in energy, housing, tech, arts & more❗
🤝 Community shares and ownership (1 July)
🎨 Creative industries (15 July)
💻 Tech & digital (16 September)
⚡ Energy and sustainability (15 October)
🏡 Housing (11 November)
Book now ➡️ buff.ly/jIVXCYR
Delivered by Co-operatives UK with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from @CooperativeBank
#coops #comshares #CommunityOwnership #workercoops #housingcoops #platformcoops #ethicaltech #combiz
Stir to Action retweeted
📈 Want to start a fairer, more ethical business or community project?
Join our FREE Discover Co-ops webinar series is starting soon! 💡
Hear from inspiring co-ops in energy, housing, tech, arts & more❗
🤝 Community shares and ownership (1 July)
🎨 Creative industries (15 July)
💻 Tech & digital (16 September)
⚡ Energy and sustainability (15 October)
🏡 Housing (11 November)
Book now ➡️ buff.ly/jIVXCYR
Delivered by Co-operatives UK with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from @CooperativeBank
#coops #comshares #CommunityOwnership #workercoops #housingcoops #platformcoops #ethicaltech #combiz
Stir to Action retweeted
⭐ FREE webinars and study visits for co‑ops and community businesses in #WestYorkshire! ⭐
👉 Business for Good West Yorkshire, with partners @StirToAction and Co‑op Culture, are delivering a new series of FREE online sessions and in-person study visits exploring alternative ways of doing business – from co‑operatives to community‑led ventures across key sectors including health, creative industries, climate and asset transfer. 🤩
🌐 Each themed short course includes a free 90‑minute online webinar and a sector‑specific in‑person study visit, WITH LUNCH INCLUDED! 🍲
🗓️ Webinars and visit taking place in June and October, starting on 18 June! 👍
🔎 Find out more: buff.ly/seNGNq7
#Coops #EmpoweringCooperation #BenCom #CommunityBenefitSociety
Stir to Action retweeted
⭐ FREE webinars and study visits for co‑ops and community businesses in #WestYorkshire! ⭐
👉 Business for Good West Yorkshire, with partners @StirToAction and Co‑op Culture, are delivering a new series of FREE online sessions and in-person study visits exploring alternative ways of doing business – from co‑operatives to community‑led ventures across key sectors including health, creative industries, climate and asset transfer. 🤩
🌐 Each themed short course includes a free 90‑minute online webinar and a sector‑specific in‑person study visit, WITH LUNCH INCLUDED! 🍲
🗓️ Webinars and visit taking place in June and October. 👍
🔎 Find out more: buff.ly/seNGNq7
#Coops #EmpoweringCooperation #BenCom #CommunityBenefitSociety
Stir to Action retweeted
Are you part of a social club looking to secure a thriving future? 🌟
💻 Join a free webinar series next month hosted by our friends at @CooperativesUK & @coop_finance to explore where to receive free business support.
👉 Find out more + register: democraticbusiness.org/train…
ALT Photo of a busy, bright social club with someone performing on stage, with a red background covering half of the picture and the text: Social Clubs: Get help to secure your future Free webinars for social clubs looking to secure a thriving future Then: Business support for coops and the Co-operatives UK and Co-operative Bank logos
Stir to Action retweeted
⭐ FREE webinars and study visits for co‑ops and community businesses in #WestYorkshire! ⭐
👉 Business for Good West Yorkshire, with partners @StirToAction and Co‑op Culture, are delivering a new series of FREE online sessions and in-person study visits exploring alternative ways of doing business – from co‑operatives to community‑led ventures across key sectors including health, creative industries, climate and asset transfer. 🤩
🌐 Each themed short course includes a free 90‑minute online webinar and a sector‑specific in‑person study visit, WITH LUNCH INCLUDED! 🍲
🗓️ Webinars and visit taking place in June and October. 👍
🔎 Find out more: buff.ly/Rg0mTgb
#Coops #EmpoweringCooperation #BenCom #CommunityBenefitSociety
Stir to Action retweeted
What *could* a Labour Chancellor do to build a more equal, democratic and sustainable future?
@Neal_Compass in @BylineTimes on the possible solutions put forward by @thefabians, @garyseconomics, @StirToAction, and us - and where we're headed if we continue on this path.👇
Spring Statement: 'Rachel Reeves Must Remember What Labour Is Actually For' bylinetimes.com/2025/03/25/s…
Stir to Action retweeted
Delighted to be sponsoring this @StirToAction conference on social clubs.
Many existing clubs operate from historic buildings, and this conference will look at how we ensure they continue to play a role in their communities into the future.
Tickets:
🎟 bit.ly/3DDqt3s
ALT Event poster with the following text - Stronger Local Places: Rebuilding the Social Club Movement. Thursday 11th September 2025. The Mildmay Club, London. Tickets £40-£70 + VAT. democraticbusiness.org/events.
Grab these last few workshop places in March, April, & May - mailchi.mp/stirtoaction/work…
Stir to Action retweeted
Starting in one month! The @StirToAction ABCs of Community Assets is a new training programme to inspire a nation of new community asset leaders.
Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/3EAhaRV
Stir to Action retweeted
#Coops offer freedom from oppressive power structures – but need to work harder when it comes to #youth engagement, says democratic business advisor and podcaster Caleb Elliott
@RadicalRoutes @StirToAction @workers_coop
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thenews.coop/meet-caleb-elli…