What is a local group?

Local groups are welcoming communities of Open Rights Group supporters in towns and cities across the UK. Run by people concerned about protecting digital rights, local groups organise public events throughout the year ranging from discussion panels, workshops and campaign events to pub socials, film screenings and more.

For example, our Birmingham group ran a Mozilla Maker Party to make illicit digital culture and learn how to achieve real changes in copyright. ORG Brighton organised a group trip to see an immersive theatre suveillance show, and talk with the director about how they could raise awareness of the issue in the local area. ORG Leeds hosted a workshop on online privacy and tools that can help keep you safe online.

Groups can really do anything and we welcome new ideas from organisers!

What is a Local Organiser?

Local organisers are supporters who run groups where they live. We provide enough information and support to help anyone new to campaigning become a successful organiser.

Our Campaigns Manager Mike Morel is our core member of staff who oversees local activity. He is in regular contact with our organisers, providing planning, administrative and some financial support.

Organisers are invited to join our Supporter Council to share ideas to build their groups, dream up new event ideas and help plan the future of our local groups and campaigns. Take a look at the Local Groups resource page for ideas.

How can I become a Local Organiser?

Local Organisers are supporters who run groups where they live. We provide enough information and support to help anyone new to campaigning become a successful Organiser.

Our Campaigns Manager Mike Morel is our core member of staff who oversees local activity. They are in regular contact with our Organisers, providing planning, administrative and some financial support.

Organisers are invited to join our Supporter Council to share ideas to build their groups, dream up new event ideas and help plan the future of our local groups and campaigns. Take a look at the Local Groups resource page for ideas.

How can I become a Local Organiser?

If you want to be an organiser, we are happy to hear from you anytime. We take our responsibility to support new organisers seriously and give you the help you need.

Remember to check our Who We Are page to see whether there is a group near you.

To inquire about becoming an organiser, please contact volunteer@openrightsgroup.org.