Getting Started
Find ways in which your community group or organisation can make a difference
Whether you are already part of an existing group or thinking about starting your own group or project, there are plenty of resources to help you. If there’s any specific support you think we could provide you or if you have any questions, you’re always welcome to get in touch with us at hub@midlothianclimateaction.org.uk
Starting a group or project
Getting started as a new group with Midlothian Voluntary Action's great resources.
Funding
Get top tips and insights on Climate Action Funding from our joint workshop with Midlothian Voluntary Action and find available funding pots on our funding opportunities list
Running a Charity
Third Force News have released a guide on how to run a Charity or Social Enterprise.
Community Engagement
Talking climate Handbook, a useful guide on how to have conversations about climate change by Climate Outreach.
Climate for Change Conversation guide includes tips to help frame the right approach to a conversation about climate change.
Communicating Climate Justice with Young People explore how young people across Europe understand and respond to climate justice messaging, alongside key insights and recommendations for how advocates can more effectively and powerfully communicate climate justice.
VOiCE is planning and recording software that assists individuals, organisations and partnerships to design and deliver effective community engagement.
Green Finances
Make your money matter - switch to a bank or pension provider that doesn't finance the climate crisis or tell your current bank to do better.
Reduce your footprint
Reduce your group's carbon emissions and engage your community with SCVO's Growing Climate Confidence.
