Pressure groups are organisations of people who have a strong belief in the same cause, whether a short-term, local cause, such as preventing a motorway being built, or a long-term, international cause, such as protecting human rights. To promote their cause, pressure groups use a range of methods. These include: demonstrations, petitions, lobbying and mass media campaigns. Some pressure groups are confrontational and seek publicity; others are low-key and work behind the scenes. . .

In this global simulation, students create a pressure group and take part in activities such as: meetings; presentations; interviews; group discussions; writing reports; and issuing press releases. In the process, they practise advanced grammar, vocabulary and language skills in a student-centred, task-based environment.

The global simulation is designed for students who are learning English and who have reached Level C1/C2, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).