Skip to content
Home » Our Agenda

Our Agenda

Content for Website

  1. Mission Statement: What should be the core message and goals of the #BYOBoycott?
  2. Participant Guidelines: What specific guidelines should be provided to participants to ensure effective and coordinated action?
  3. Educational Content: What background information on oppressive taxes and individual freedoms should be included?
  4. FAQ Section: What common questions and answers should we prepare for the website?
  5. Success Metrics: How will we measure the success of the boycott and communicate this to participants?
  6. Updates and News: How frequently should we update the website with news and progress reports?

Resources for Participants

  1. Toolkit Creation: What should be included in a participant toolkit (e.g., informational brochures, talking points, social media templates)?
  2. Legal Advice: Should we provide resources on the legal aspects of boycotting?
  3. Community Support: How can we facilitate participant networking and support?
  4. Alternative Products/Services: Should we provide lists of alternative products or services that align with our principles?
  5. Templates for Communication: What templates (e.g., letters, emails) should we create for participants to use in contacting corporations and government officials?

Ideas for Publicity

  1. Media Outreach: What media outlets and journalists should we target for coverage?
  2. Press Releases: What key points should be highlighted in our press releases?
  3. Influencer Collaboration: Which influencers or public figures should we approach for endorsements?
  4. Events and Rallies: Should we organize any public events or rallies to draw attention to the boycott?
  5. Partnerships: Are there other organizations or movements we should partner with to amplify our message?

Utilizing Social Media

  1. Platform Strategy: Which social media platforms should we prioritize and why?
  2. Hashtags and Campaigns: What specific hashtags and social media campaigns can we create to engage users?
  3. Content Calendar: How should we schedule our social media content leading up to and during the boycott?
  4. Engagement Tactics: What strategies can we use to encourage user-generated content and engagement?
  5. Analytics and Monitoring: How will we monitor and analyze social media metrics to gauge the effectiveness of our campaign?

Additional Topics

  1. Budget and Fundraising: What is our budget for the boycott campaign, and how can we raise additional funds?
  2. Risk Management: What potential risks might we face, and how can we mitigate them?
  3. Volunteer Coordination: How can we effectively recruit and manage volunteers for the boycott?
  4. Feedback Mechanisms: How will we gather and incorporate feedback from participants and the public?
  5. Post-Boycott Plans: What are our plans for after the boycott ends to maintain momentum and ensure lasting impact?

Launch List

Planning and Organization

  1. Define Objectives: Clearly define the objectives and goals of the boycott.
  2. Assemble a Team: Form a dedicated team to manage different aspects of the boycott, including website management, social media, publicity, and participant coordination.
  3. Set a Timeline: Establish a detailed timeline with key milestones and deadlines leading up to the launch.

Website and Resources

  1. Develop the Website: Create a user-friendly website with all necessary information about the boycott, including mission statement, participant guidelines, FAQs, and success metrics.
  2. Create Resources: Develop a toolkit for participants, including informational brochures, talking points, social media templates, and legal advice.
  3. Content Strategy: Plan and create educational content on oppressive taxes and individual freedoms, ensuring it is clear and accessible.

Publicity and Outreach

  1. Media Plan: Develop a comprehensive media plan to target key media outlets and journalists for coverage.
  2. Press Releases: Prepare press releases and key points for media outreach.
  3. Influencer Engagement: Identify and reach out to influencers and public figures for endorsements and support.
  4. Events: Plan and organize any events or rallies to draw attention to the boycott.

Social Media Strategy

  1. Platform Selection: Decide on social media platforms to use for the campaign.
  2. Content Calendar: Create a content calendar for social media posts leading up to and during the boycott.
  3. Engagement Tactics: Develop strategies to encourage user-generated content and participant engagement on social media.
  4. Hashtags and Campaigns: Design specific hashtags and social media campaigns to increase visibility.

Gamification and Participant Tracking

  1. Gamification Plan: Develop a gamification strategy, including a point system, leaderboards, challenges, and rewards.
  2. Interactive Features: Implement interactive features on the website, such as progress tracking and impact visualization.
  3. Feedback Mechanisms: Set up systems to gather and incorporate participant feedback.

Volunteer Coordination

  1. Recruit Volunteers: Actively recruit volunteers to support various aspects of the boycott.
  2. Volunteer Training: Provide training and resources for volunteers to effectively contribute to the campaign.
  3. Volunteer Management: Set up a system to manage and coordinate volunteer activities.

Monitoring and Analytics

  1. Set Metrics: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the boycott.
  2. Analytics Tools: Implement tools to monitor and analyze website traffic, social media engagement, and overall campaign impact.
  3. Regular Reporting: Establish a schedule for regular reporting and analysis of campaign performance.

Post-Launch Follow-Up

  1. Continuous Engagement: Maintain engagement with participants through regular updates and communication.
  2. Impact Assessment: Evaluate the impact of the boycott and report findings to participants and stakeholders.
  3. Future Planning: Plan next steps to maintain momentum and ensure lasting impact beyond the initial boycott period.

Gamification

Point System

  1. Action Points: Award points for different actions such as sharing social media posts, contacting corporations, attending events, and recruiting new participants.
  2. Daily Check-Ins: Participants can earn points for daily check-ins on the website or app to report their boycott activities.
  3. Milestones: Set milestones (e.g., 100 points, 500 points) and award badges or certificates upon reaching them.

Leaderboards

  1. Top Participants: Create a leaderboard showing the top participants based on points earned, updated in real-time.
  2. Regional Leaderboards: Have leaderboards for different regions or states to encourage local competition and collaboration.
  3. Team Leaderboards: Allow participants to form teams and compete against other teams for the highest combined points.

Challenges and Quests

  1. Weekly Challenges: Introduce weekly challenges with specific tasks (e.g., write a letter to a company, create a boycott-themed video) that offer bonus points.
  2. Quests: Design longer-term quests that involve a series of actions leading to a major reward or recognition.
  3. Secret Missions: Occasionally release secret missions with higher point values to keep participants engaged and excited.

Rewards and Recognition

  1. Badges and Achievements: Award digital badges and achievements for various accomplishments (e.g., first social media share, reaching 1,000 points).
  2. Certificates: Offer printable certificates for participants who reach significant milestones or complete certain quests.
  3. Exclusive Content: Provide access to exclusive content, such as webinars or interviews with prominent figures, for top performers.

Social Sharing

  1. Share Progress: Encourage participants to share their progress on social media to earn additional points and inspire others.
  2. Success Stories: Highlight participant success stories on the website and social media to motivate the community.
  3. Referral Program: Implement a referral program where participants earn points for bringing new members into the boycott.

Interactive Map

  1. Impact Visualization: Create an interactive map where participants can mark the businesses they are boycotting and see the collective impact.
  2. Local Achievements: Highlight areas with high levels of participation and provide local achievements to encourage community involvement.
  3. Progress Tracking: Allow participants to see their personal impact on the map, such as how many businesses they have influenced.

Competitions and Events

  1. Monthly Competitions: Organize monthly competitions with prizes for the most active participants or teams.
  2. Virtual Events: Host virtual events where participants can earn points by attending and engaging with the content.
  3. Photo and Video Contests: Run contests for the best boycott-themed photos or videos, with winners receiving bonus points or rewards.

Feedback and Improvement

  1. Surveys and Polls: Regularly ask for feedback on the gamification features and offer points for completing surveys or polls.
  2. Suggestion Box: Allow participants to submit ideas for new challenges or features, with the best suggestions earning points or recognition.
  3. Continuous Improvement: Continuously update and improve the gamification elements based on participant feedback to keep the experience fresh and engaging.

These ideas can help make the boycott experience more interactive and motivating for participants, encouraging sustained engagement and maximizing impact.