What is 'Against the Wind'?
Why a new advocacy organisation now?
The political situation in Australia is deteriorating. Corruption and the influence of vested interests is growing in government. As a result, many people feel helpless and don’t know what to do. Against the Wind, by mobilising the strength of ordinary people, says that Yes, there are things that we can do, even if our bit is only small.
It is Against the Wind’s belief that the more people become involved in informed advocacy, the stronger our democracy will be. We do not intend to replace current advocacy groups but to complement and further support them.
Against the Wind is an initiative of members of Woden Valley Uniting Church and people concerned with justice. It is endorsed by Church Council but acts independently.
Past forums
Initial facilitators of Against the Wind
Mechanism and Membership
Though having its origin in the Woden Valley Uniting Church, its membership is broader than the church, with members from across the country who are passionate about at least one of Against the Wind’s objectives.
Currently Against the Wind has 70 members. We hope to increase membership. Currently membership is free, but if Against the Wind becomes incorporated, there will be a small fee, probably round $10 per year. It is expected that members would support at least one of the objectives, though not necessarily all. These are, after all, complex issues.
As new members join and opportunities arise, debate on policy will be encouraged and existing objectives may be refined and new objectives embraced. Members can get as involved as much or as little as they want. Just by joining and doing nothing else, you give credibility to the organisation when it is advocating on an issue.
Want to Join?
Simply send us an email at againstthewind.wvuc@gmail.com with your name and stating that you support at least one of Against the Wind’s objectives.
You don’t have to do anything more. Simply by adding your name you give strength to our arm and help Against the Wind gain credibility.
However, if you want to become more involved, you are also most welcome and there will be ample opportunities, especially in a new organisation just starting up.
If you have questions, you can also send us an email on againstthewind.wvuc@gmail.com .
Return to the main Against the wind page to see some of the recent topics addressed in our forums, or the 'Questioning the Media' page for a index of resources gathered to aid in the spreading of useful and accurate information on current topics.