SA-Fundraising-Role-Description-FINAL. What is activism? Worldwide social activism demanding change. By Graham Peebles Change is afoot. Confronted with state corruption and corporate greed, abuse of human rights, environmental chaos and extreme levels of economic and social injustice, the people, overwhelmingly the young, are taking to the streets demanding change and a new political/economic system that is inclusive and just. With growing unity and confidence, people throughout the world are expressing their collective will and crying out for freedom, justice and equality, and to be listened to – not only by governments, but also by international institutions, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and central banks. These are enormously powerful global bodies which influence and fashion economic frameworks that affect the lives of billions of people.
Divisive, ideologically-rooted policies designed to serve the interests of corporations and multinational companies are causing suffering and anxiety among millions of people in developed and developing countries. The Arab Spring. TURKEY PROTESTS. Youth-Led Social Activism. The following are websites, organizations and publications that share the power and purpose of youth-led social activism. There are several types of resources listed, including organizations, databases, publications, and other resources. These are all progressive youth-led or youth-focused activism organizations, websites, and resources that conduct or promote youth activism for broad social justice. Youth-led Social Activism Organizations Youth Empowerment Center (Oakland, CA) - This is the youth empowerment center website with information about several Bay Area youth organizing groups.
Homies Unidos (Los Angeles, CA) - A non-profit dedicated to positive organizing among Latino youth gangs. The site includes useful research and other related material. Ya-Ya Network Youth Activists/Youth Allies (New York, NY) - A NY citywide network of young activists, their adult allies & established youth programs. Just Act! Collections of Youth Activism Examples Freechild Reading List on Social Change. What is Activism. “A dead thing can go with the stream, but only a living thing can go against it.” G.K. Chesterton What is Activism?
Activism is quite simply taking action to effect social change; this can occur in a myriad of ways and in a variety of forms. Often it is concerned with ‘how to change the world’ through social, political, economic or environmental change. Activist or Activism? It’s not where you’re from; it’s not where you’re at: it’s what you do. Many people can be classified as activists and many actions can be interpreted as activism, but this doesn’t mean that all activism is carried out by activists. We at a Permanent Culture Now would prefer not to use the term ‘activist’ in the classical sense as it creates a division between those who define themselves as activists and those who carry out activism. “The activist is a specialist or an expert in social change. Different types of activism Activism has three distinct strands that very often overlap and intersect with each other. Social activism. Political and Social Activism. Families who parent against the grain often see issues in their society they want to change.
They tend to have support for those who are misrepresented and misunderstood, and they may desire to speak out against what they see as injustice. Moreover, speaking up and/or speaking out about injustice and the bravery that is required to do so can be important lessons to share with our children. There are many ways to be an activist. You can donate time, expertise, funds, or become a volunteer. Sometimes it’s just about staying true to your beliefs, staying informed on topics you feel passionate about, and sharing what you know with others in your life.
The resources listed below include links to different organizations that can help you stay informed or take action on a variety of issues. Political and Social Activism Resources Topic ListAnimals and the EnvironmentBody and HealthCulture and SocietyFeminist IssuesGeneral Animals and the Environment Body and Health Culture and Society General. Social Justice. Social Activism. Careers in Social Activism--An Introduction Social activism is an intentional action with the goal of bringing about social change. If you feel strongly about a cause and are working towards a change, you could be considered an activist. An activist is anyone who is fighting for change in society. An activist can be a student attending a rally against tuition increase, a politician fighting against international human rights abuses or a mother of a child killed by a drunk driver talking to students about drinking and driving. Social activists consider the larger picture – how can they find ways to end injustice and to create strong communities which encourage economic, social and psychological health.
While social services work addresses the needs of individuals, social action looks more at the root causes of those needs and tries to find ways to eliminate them. Career Options in Social Activism There are very few careers that can be specifically defined as “activist” careers.