Local Groups
Friends of the Earth EWNI defines itself as a grassroots organisation, with over 200 local groups making it the largest environmental network in the UK. The local groups are largely autonomous, but most work on at least some national campaigns, especially climate change. Local groups have significant power in shaping the direction of the national organisation, for example by electing a majority of board members.
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