How can our local group attract and retain more members? 14 April 2011
Sessions on how to attract and retain members are often run at Conference. You can also check our events calendar for relevant sessions and training days, or speak to your Network Developer about your group's training requirements.
For general advice on recruiting more group members, read the People chapter in the Local Group Handbook. You might also find the Inspiration, Teamwork and Action chapters helpful for ideas on how to best retain your members too.
Top recruitment tips
Tell other Friends of the Earth supporters in your area about your group or invite them to an event through our mailing service.
Our How to guide tells you how to attract people with specific skills or target specific groups within your community.
Publicity materials are available to registered groups including:
- recruitment leaflets and posters
- templates to help create welcome packs
- materials for campaigns and stalls
Get noticed
We've also produced a guide to getting noticed locally. It should be used in conjunction with the publicity materials.
Celebrate successes
Celebrating success is an excellent way to encourage your group. Take a look at our How to guide for ideas.
Campaigning can be rewarding - celebrate your successes!
