i don't think that we can help them, they have to decide on their own
Yes you are right but we can help them by explaining them what are the uses of bitcoins there are many local businesses dont know about bitcoins so we can help them by our suggestions it's up to them if they are really convinced for your suggestions.
Even if you can encourage them to accept Bitcoin, how can you able to change the government rule. I mean, In my country, the government has promulgated restrictions on Bitcoin and other currencies and warn the people the Bitcoin is dangerous which can steal people money. Because of those rules, Bitcoin can not be used here.