5.9 Summary of Unit 5

People marching for climate justice in Glasgow during the World Climate March in 2021.

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A large group of people protesting in the street in Glasgow. Many hold signs. In the foreground, one sign says 'Our house is on fire' with a drawing of the globe. In the background is a large sign which says 'Net zero'.

People marching for climate justice in Glasgow during the World Climate March in 2021.

In this unit you have looked in depth at spheres of influence and how to identify what is in your sphere of control, influence, and concern.

Ideally, we will always be extending outwards our influence. However, this may be constrained in different countries and contexts and on different issues. It’s critical that we’re aware of the space that we have to operate in and that we keep ourselves, and those we’re working with and for, safe, as we work to make change happen.

You also mapped the people and groups to influence about your change issue including who amongst them could be potential blockers, undecided (or indifferent) but could be persuaded, and those who are champions. In the next unit we will look at the narratives, messages, and stories that you can tell to inspire others to take action.