> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://handbook.proanimal.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers.md). # For Organizers - [Campaign Guides](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides.md) - [Social & Community Events Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide.md): As the campaign organizer, this guide will assist you in how to effectively plan and execute successful social and community events to keep people engaged with the campaign. - [Organizing & Planning](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/organizing-and-planning.md): This section provides a guide on how to get started with the organizing and planning of social and community events. - [Event Promotion](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-promotion.md): This section provides a checklist of ways to spread the word about the upcoming event in order to maximize attendance and attract new campaigners. - [Event Roles](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles.md): Assigning roles at social events helps them to run more smoothly by creating clear responsibilities in the distribution of tasks. This section outlines each role. - [Organizer](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/organizer.md): This person is responsible for organizing the high-level details of the event, including role assignment and event marketing, to make sure everything goes to plan. - [Host](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/host.md): This person is responsible for providing a space in which to host an event. - [Cook](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/cook.md): This person is responsible for planning and preparing food for events where there will be a meal served. - [Greeter](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/greeter.md): This person is responsible for greeting community members as they arrive so they feel welcomed and comfortable. - [Workstation Director](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/workstation-director.md): This person is responsible for directing the work being done at the event, including setting up workstations, providing instructions, and distributing tasks. - [MC](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/mc.md): This person is responsible for making announcements at the event, encouraging group recognition, and inspiring attendees to sign up for shifts. - [Trainer](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/trainer.md): This person is responsible for providing a brief training session or teach-in to the community during an event. - [Zoom Coordinator](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/zoom-coordinator.md): This person is responsible for technical management during events where there will be virtual attendees. - [Cleanup Crew](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/event-roles/cleanup-crew.md): These people will be responsible for cleaning the areas used for the event as it comes to a close, and ensuring that we are giving the host their space back in its original condition. - [Running the Event](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/running-the-event.md): This section covers recommended event structures and schedules, how to facilitate programming, and best practices for accomplishing work tasks at events. - [Food Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/food-guide.md): This section offers guidance on preparing food for a large number of people at social events in a way that is cost effective, inclusive of dietary restrictions, easily prepared, and tasty! - [Supplies Checklist](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/supplies-checklist.md): This section provides a checklist of the materials that should be brought to each event. It is typically the Campaign Lead or an equivalent role that is responsible for supplying these materials. - [Rules & Policies](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/rules-and-policies.md): This section covers the rules and policies that should be abided by when hosting an event. - [Organizer Role Guides](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides.md) - [Shift Captain Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide.md): This guide provides everything you’ll need to schedule shifts, recruit volunteers, and run shifts effectively. - [Goals & Responsibilities](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/goals-and-responsibilities.md): This page outlines the primary goals and responsibilities of a shift captain. The remaining sections of this guide will explain how to fulfill these responsibilities. - [Scheduling Your Shift](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/scheduling-your-shift.md): To create a new canvassing shift, follow the instructions outlined below. - [Recruiting Volunteers for Your Shift](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/recruiting-volunteers-for-your-shift.md): Once you have created a shift, it’s up to you to fill it! This page outlines how. - [Shift Checklist](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/shift-checklist.md) - [Shift Captain FAQs & Tips](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/shift-captain-faqs-and-tips.md) - [Organizer Resources & Quick Links](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/shift-captain-guide/organizer-resources-and-quick-links.md): Reference page for all organizer resources and important links. - [Activist Steward Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide.md): This guide outlines how to onboard new activists and build canvasser engagement, as well as how to use the Action Builder platform to track outreach and campaign participation. - [Goals & Responsibilities](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/goals-and-responsibilities.md): This page outlines the primary goals and responsibilities of an activist steward. The remaining sections of this guide will explain how to fulfill these responsibilities. - [About Relational Organizing](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/about-relational-organizing.md): This guide is an example of what is called Relational Organizing. Relational Organizing simply means a strategy for organizing an activist community by investing in individual relationships. - [New Canvasser Onboarding](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/new-canvasser-onboarding.md): Activist stewards are responsible for outreach to new and potential canvassers to help them connect with the group and feel more comfortable participating. - [The Ladder of Engagement](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/the-ladder-of-engagement.md): The ladder of engagement is a framework we use to help deepen the engagement of our activist base. - [Using Action Builder](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/using-action-builder.md): Action Builder is a tool for helping you keep track of the activists in your assignment so you can make sure you’re staying in touch with all of them. - [Searching & Filtering](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/using-action-builder/searching-and-filtering.md): This section describes how to search and filter results using the Action Builder platform. This will allow you to easily find and update activist profiles. - [Updating Activist Profiles](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/using-action-builder/updating-activist-profiles.md): This section describes how to update engagement assessments for activists in Action Builder. It also covers how to leave notes on activist profiles, as well as review notes left by other organizers. - [Weekly Action Checklist](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/weekly-action-checklist.md): In order to stay on top of canvasser engagement, here is a recommended checklist for weekly outreach. - [Outreach Scripts & Ideas](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/outreach-scripts-and-ideas.md): Here are some suggested outreach templates you can personalize to make sure they feel authentic to you. Also included in this section are some topics for discussion so you can craft your own outreach. - [Organizer Resources](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/activist-steward-guide/organizer-resources.md): Reference page for activist steward tips and important links. - [Organizer Coordinator Guides](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/organizer-coordinator-guides.md) - [Shift Captain Coordinator Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/organizer-coordinator-guides/shift-captain-coordinator-guide.md): As an organizer of organizers, this guide will provide best practices to help you fulfill your responsibilities of coordinating with Shift Captains. - [Activist Steward Coordinator Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/organizer-role-guides/organizer-coordinator-guides/activist-steward-coordinator-guide.md): As an organizer of organizers, this guide will provide best practices to help you fulfill your responsibilities of coordinating with Activist Stewards. - [Style Guide](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/style-guide.md): Comprehensive instructions for representing Pro-Animal Future, visually and verbally - [Organizational Voice](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/style-guide/organizational-voice.md): How to make your messages sound consistent with Pro-Animal Future's style. - [Colors & Typefaces](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/style-guide/colors-and-typefaces.md) - [Content Guidelines for Social Media](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/style-guide/content-guidelines-for-social-media.md): What is and is not appropriate for PAF's social media pages. - [Model Agendas & Activities](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities.md) - [Contemplation of Why We Are Here](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities/contemplation-of-why-we-are-here.md): A scripted meditation to call attention to our collective purpose. Good for starting meetings. Adapted from Animal Think Tank - [Fast Team Formation](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities/fast-team-formation.md): Borrowed from the "6 Team Conditions" framework. - [Before-Action Review](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities/before-action-review.md) - [After-Action Review](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities/after-action-review.md) - [Basic Ad-hoc/Tactical Meeting Agenda](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/model-agendas-and-activities/basic-ad-hoc-tactical-meeting-agenda.md): A flexible meeting agenda for almost any occasion. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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