A wise and passionate article from Judy Rebick and Velcrow Ripper. There’s lot to learn here for library supporters about advocacy.  I find most, if not all, librarians and library workers and supporters are passionate about libraries, learning, community, research, service, and information.  We care compassionately too.

10 key points for becoming a more compassionate activist

Part of the new Occupy the Economy handbook (Occupy the Economy, 2013; Free download )

http://rabble.ca/books/reviews/2013/04/10-key-points-becoming-more-compassionate-activist

“Here are some guidelines for compassionate activism.

1) Working towards what we are for, not just what we are against

2) Compassion is rooted in an understanding of the connection between all living beings

3) Learn to act rather than react

4) The ends do not justify the means

5) Don’t put people down … raise each other up, and build on commonalities.

6) It’s only an opinion

7) Be a peacemaker

8) Learn to listen to your heart, not just your mind

9) It’s all about process

10) Be mindful”

Check it out.

Stephen