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Activism, in a general sense, can be described as intentional action to bring about social or political change. This action is in support of, or opposition to, one side of an often controversial argument.
The terms activism and activist used in a political manner first appeared in the Belgian press in 1916 in connection with the Flamingant movement.1 The word "activism" is often used synonymously with protest or dissent, but activism can stem from any number of political orientations and take a wide range of forms, from writing letters to newspapers or politicians, political campaigning, economic activism (such as boycotts or preferentially patronizing preferred businesses), rallies and street marches, strikes, or even guerrilla tactics. In the more confrontational cases, an activist may be called a freedom fighter by some, and a terrorist by others, depending on whether the commentator supports the activist's ends.
In some cases, activism has nothing to do with protest or confrontation: for instance, some religious and feminist activists try to persuade people to change their behavior directly, rather than persuade governments to change laws; the cooperative movement seeks to build new institutions which conform to its principles, and generally does not lobby or protest politically.
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When is the article out? RT @M4ID: was just interviewed for feature/cover story on 'new activism' for We Are Helsinki, thanks Heini!
skartelias (Socrates Kartelias) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:03:00 -0000
When is the article out? RT @M4ID: was just interviewed for feature/cover story on 'new activism' for We Are Helsinki, thanks Heini!
was just interviewed for feature/cover story on 'new activism' for We Are Helsinki, thanks Heini!
M4ID (maritikkanen) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:53:09 -0000
was just interviewed for feature/cover story on 'new activism' for We Are Helsinki, thanks Heini!
uploading 16 days of activism video for durban
newagetv (Jordan Dwyer) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:44:48 -0000
uploading 16 days of activism video for durban
ICAN has uploaded a new video called: What is ICAN? http://bit.ly/1WiiFD What are your thoughts on videos like this and activism?
birthactivist (birthactivist) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:38:25 -0000
ICAN has uploaded a new video called: What is ICAN? http://bit.ly/1WiiFD What are your thoughts on videos like this and activism?
Taking students to Student Activism Conference today. Organizing!
KenzoShibata (KenzoShibata) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:36:20 -0000
Taking students to Student Activism Conference today. Organizing!
& if you're not all following @louderdevelop I don't know what to do with you. Like a fine cheese, but made out of activism instead of milk.
hannahnicklin (Hannah Nicklin) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:29:31 -0000
& if you're not all following @louderdevelop I don't know what to do with you. Like a fine cheese, but made out of activism instead of milk.
Media Project - What does it mean to be political these days? Young citizens tell their stories of using the media to inform themselves and get involved in politics.
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Meta Description: [ The EGBG counterscript. When a telemarketer starts asking questions, you simply start asking him this questions.
EGBG is an researchinvestigationbureau founded in 1994 with projects on registration, personal givens, privacy, anti, telemarketing, anti-telemarketing,
photography, formulars, invest... ]
Associations Unorthodox - All about unconventional, unrestrained and unrepentant strategic thinking on the future of associations and the association community.
Meta Description: [ Unconventional, unrestrained and DEFINITELY unrepentant strategic thinking about the future of associations and the association community...listen carefully. ]
Celebrate Capitalism - Campaign to show public support and protest in favor of capitalism. Information about rallies and street parties as well as past events.
Meta Description: [ Created with Trellian WebPage ]
Essential Information - A non-profit organization founded by Ralph Nader which encourages citizens to become active and engaged in their communities. Site links to opinion articles on current issues.
Meta Description: [ Essential Information is involved in a variety of projects to encourage citizens to become active and engaged in their communities. ]
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Global Uprising - Stories from activists working on social justice issues, with explanations of pressing global, environmental, racial, economic, and social issues. Reviews and excerpts from a published book, with new stories and resource links.
Meta Description: [ Website for the book Global Uprising: Confronting the Tyrannies of the 21st Century -- Stories from a New Generation of Activists, by Linda Wolf and Neva Welton, with excerpts, a photo exhibit, new stories, and purchase information. ]
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Meta Description: [ !Palante, Siempre Palante! is a documentary about the Young Lords, an activist group organizing Latino communities in the 1960s and 1970s. It was produced by Iris Morales and is distributed by the Latino/a Education Network Service. ]
The Village Voice: Tech Wars in Meat Space by Erik Baard - Article on new less-lethal weapons police are looking at using to control protests, and new high tech devices being used by protestors.
Meta Description: [ As police tactics change, protesters are turning to technology for alternative means of resistance. Erik Baard takes aim. ]
Woodstock Electronic Press - Reports on activism, protest, and conflict from sources around the world.
Meta Description: [ environmental & politcal magazine located in the virtual world ]
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