You make a good point. We shouldn’t try to make our cause become drone-like like liberal think tanks. However, I would say that sentiment should be more applicable to broader organizations like a socialist party where people are seeking to change not just the economy but also the nature of social interactions.

If the organization you’re attending is something specific like food banks, animal shelter, etc. then maybe go with the flow to avoid disruption and socialize whenever you can.

Funny, that's exactly what Christian missionaries did when they were sent to distant lands.