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Field Tactics Workshop

Tetouan, Morocco • April 25–26, 2026

The Role of ACT

The Association of Cooperation Tetouan (ACT) works as a catalyst for local development in Morocco. By partnering with AHEL, ACT aims to bring world-class community organizing tools to local youth associations, ensuring they have the practical skills to lead impactful field campaigns.

The AHEL Methodology

AHEL utilizes the pedagogy of Marshall Ganz (Harvard University), focusing on five leadership practices: Public Narrative, Relationship Building, Structure, Strategy, and Action. This workshop focuses specifically on building power through field tactics.

Day One: Saturday, April 25
09:30 – 10:00

Introductions & Team Positioning

Building trust and establishing a shared foundation for the group’s collective work.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
10:00 – 10:30

Group Agreements

Establishing shared norms and community values for the group.

Facilitator: Mohamed Al-Raheel
10:30 – 11:30

Presentation of Associations

Sharing information on the three participating associations and their future plans.

Coordination: Salwa | Lead: Abdellatif
11:45 – 12:45

Introduction to Community Organizing

Understanding the foundations of grassroots power and collective leadership based on AHEL’s expertise.

Facilitator: Abdellatif
12:45 – 01:25

Tactics Concept & Selection Criteria

Learning what defines a field tactic and how to choose the most effective ones for our context.

Facilitator: Mohamed Al-Raheel
03:00 – 04:00

Relationship Building: 1-on-1 Meetings

Practicing the core tactic of building power through individual, intentional connections.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
04:00 – 04:40

Home Meetings

The concept and practical steps for organizing effective community gatherings in local homes.

Facilitator: Abdellatif
Day Two: Sunday, April 26
10:00 – 11:00

Practical Exercise: Modeling Home Meetings

Hands-on group simulation to practice conducting mobilization meetings in a safe environment.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
11:30 – 12:00

4Cs & Contact Banking

Learning how to manage community data and build a sustainable “Bank of Connections” for mobilization.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
01:00 – 02:00

Organizational Field Plans

Associations work together to develop a strategic map for their field tactics over the next 2-3 months.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
03:00 – 04:30

Plan Presentations & Peer Feedback

Sharing group strategies for evaluation and collective learning.

Facilitators: Abdellatif & Mohamed Al-Raheel
04:30 – 05:00

Learning Harvest & Closing

Final evaluation and reflection on the key takeaways from the two-day intensive.

Facilitator: Abdellatif