Unit 5: Global Indigenous Solidarity

Planning respectful allyship and sustained action with Indigenous-led movements

Use this planner with your action teams or community partners.

Solidarity Action Planner

Team & kaupapa

Team members & roles

Solidarity kaupapa (focus)

Indigenous leaders / orgs to follow

Approval / guidance needed from…

Understanding the issue

What is happening?

Who is most impacted?

Why does this matter to us?

Protocols to respect

Action design

Actions led by Indigenous partners

Actions for allies / supporters

Resources / pūtea needed

Timeline & milestones

Communication plan

Reciprocity & accountability

How will we give back?

Check-in dates & guardians

Indicators of success (beyond numbers)

Risks / harm to avoid

Reflection & next steps

What did we learn from our partners?

Commitments beyond this project

Whakawhanaungatanga log

Record hui, emails, or messages to ensure transparent communication and accountability.

Allies’ code of conduct

  • Follow the lead the Indigenous community sets—ask how to help before acting.
  • Be prepared to redirect resources (time, funding) rather than spotlighting yourself.
  • Share credit, celebrate Indigenous victories, and sustain support after the project ends.