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 Your new tool for the field

Organising has undoubtedly become harder in recent years; just as it’s become ever more necessary. Reps, organisers and campaigners are overburdened, grass-roots organisations are underfunded. And while digital tools are  transforming everything from banking to grocery shopping, many organisers are still stuck with clipboards, spreadsheets and their memory.

That’s where our new Organiser Dashboard comes in.

Launched in collaboration with organisers and battle tested through recent real-life campaigns; this tool is built to solve a basic but stubborn problem: how do you keep track of meaningful conversations in the workplace, at the door or over the phone when you’re trying to move people to take action?

The answer, it turns out, is deceptively simple; a tool that makes it easier to record, respond, and act on those conversations.

 A dashboard for the front line

At its core, the Organiser Dashboard is a tablet and mobile-friendly tool that gives organisers a single place to log and manage field conversations. Whether it’s a chat at the school gates or in the staff room, a knock at a supporter’s door, or a phone call during a ballot campaign, it helps ensure that no contact is forgotten; and no organiser is left unsupported.

By stripping away the effort of entering data by hand, the unread notes and hard-to-share spreadsheets, it frees up time for what matters most: conversations that build power. This data is then stored in one centralised database on Movement, accessible to all those who need it.

As Movement’s team explained:

“We wanted to take the legwork out of organising; so organisers have more time to do what they do best: talk to workers and bring them together.”

 Building momentum not admin

What makes this tool different isn’t just the design; it’s the intent behind it. Modern organising isn’t just about mass mobilisation; it’s about sustained engagement, often with stretched resources and fragmented systems.

From ballot turnout tracking to new rep recruitment, the dashboard allows organisers to:

• Filter and follow up with members in seconds
• Coordinate national campaigns across regions
• Trigger communications based on real-world data and conversations
• Integrate with existing CRM or membership systems

And perhaps most importantly, it lets organisers stop relying on memory; or messy handovers. “No more guesswork. No more lost notes. Just clarity,” as one local government activist described it during the webinar.

A shared challenge ahead

As campaigners face a moment of political transition; with the pressures of the past decade still fresh and new threats looming; the question of how we organise has never been more urgent. Our dashboard doesn’t claim to solve every problem; but it offers a tool built with the reality of the work in mind.

Whether you're campaigning in a care home or coordinating a strike vote across hundreds of schools, it’s a step towards smarter, more connected organising.

There are no silver bullets; but there are better ways of working. This is one of them.

 If you’re keen to know more about how the Organiser Dashboard can help campaigners at national and local levels or want to know more about how Movement can help book a call below:

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 In an age where effective communication can make or break campaigns, SMS 2.0, or Rich Communication Services (RCS) is emerging as a powerful tool for progressive organisations. From trade unions mobilising workers to NGOs raising awareness, RCS offers a smarter, more impactful way to connect with people. Movement provides the tools to make the most of this technology, enabling campaigners to engage, organise, and inspire like never before.

What is RCS and why does it matter?

RCS is the evolution of the humble text message, transforming SMS into a dynamic, interactive platform. It enables multimedia messaging with features like images, videos, carousels, and buttons for instant responses – all within a single conversation. Think of it as a messaging app that works on nearly every modern smartphone, without needing third-party downloads.

For progressive groups, this means you can deliver visually compelling calls to action, provide instant access to resources, and foster real-time engagement with your audience, all while ensuring your message cuts through the noise.

The benefits of RCS for progressive causes

RCS isn’t just a technical upgrade – it’s a tool for meaningful connection. Here’s how it can empower movements for change:

1. Mobilising action at scale
   Imagine a trade union sending out a beautifully designed, branded message urging workers to attend a strike rally, complete with a map of the meeting point and buttons to RSVP. RCS can make this a reality, turning a simple notification into an interactive experience.
2. Building trust and authenticity
   With verified sender IDs and consistent branding, RCS ensures recipients know the message is from a legitimate source. For NGOs battling misinformation, this is invaluable. Whether you’re running a climate justice campaign or providing crisis support, trust is paramount.
3. Enhancing inclusivity and access
   Many campaigners face challenges in reaching audiences across platforms. RCS bridges the gap by working directly with the native messaging apps on most smartphones. For progressive political parties, this means reaching constituents who may not use mainstream apps like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger.
4. Driving engagement through multimedia
   Picture a campaign to end housing inequality using RCS to share a video of affected families, followed by quick-reply buttons to contact local MPs or sign a petition. It’s a way to make complex issues tangible and spur immediate action.
5. Streamlining organisational logistics
   From event reminders to resource distribution, RCS enables progressive groups to manage logistics with ease. A grassroots organisation, for instance, could send a message with links to downloadable flyers, social media assets, and live updates about a protest.

How Movement makes it simple

RCS’s potential can seem overwhelming, but Movement’s tools make it accessible to everyone. Their platform enables organisations to design and deploy RCS messages with minimal technical expertise, ensuring progressive groups can focus on their mission rather than technology.

Key features include:

• Drag-and-drop message creation to build visually impactful content
• Integration with existing databases for personalised outreach
• Real-time analytics to measure effectiveness and fine-tune campaigns
• Scalability to support everything from local campaigns to global movements

Whether it’s a union strike ballot, an NGO fundraising drive, or a political call to action, Movement ensures your message is delivered powerfully and effectively.

Why progressive organisations should embrace RCS now

RCS is not just a tool for the future – it’s here and ready to be used. In a landscape dominated by misinformation, short attention spans, and digital overload, RCS offers a way to cut through and create genuine impact.

For campaigners, trade unions, NGOs, and progressive political parties, RCS is a game-changer. It’s a means of reaching people where they are, with content that compels them to act. With Movement’s support, progressive organisations can take full advantage of this technology to amplify their voice and create real change.

A call to action for progressives

If you’re working to build a fairer, more equitable world, the tools you use matter. RCS messaging offers an opportunity to rethink how we connect, mobilise, and inspire. By embracing this technology, and the tools Movement provides, progressive organisations can stay ahead in the fight for justice, equality, and sustainability.

Now is the time to harness the potential of RCS. The change we need depends on how we communicate – and RCS ensures that communication is more powerful than ever.

 If you’d like to talk to us about harnessing the power of RCS (or SMS 2.0 as we sometimes call it) then book a call bellow and we’ll be in touch:

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