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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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GL's theme for this year's 16Days of Activism campaign 25/11/09-10/12/09 is Commit, Act, Demand:We CAN End Violence Against Women!
GMDC_SADC (GMDC) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:26:49 -0000
GL's theme for this year's 16Days of Activism campaign 25/11/09-10/12/09 is Commit, Act, Demand:We CAN End Violence Against Women!
Unprecedented collaboration indicates a new activism regarding issues important to the landscape architecture ... http://trinharchi.com
trinhchienthang (TrinhGia architect) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:06:14 -0000
Unprecedented collaboration indicates a new activism regarding issues important to the landscape architecture ... http://trinharchi.com
the number "8" in our clan name symbolizes "infinity" or our infinite advocacy for amity,leadership,social activism and creativity.
xclan8 (X-Clan 8) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:54:14 -0000
the number "8" in our clan name symbolizes "infinity" or our infinite advocacy for amity,leadership,social activism and creativity.
every jew is religious in his or her own way. i don't do everything right, but my activism is my judaism. and i'm religious about it.
JIDF (David) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:54:00 -0000
every jew is religious in his or her own way. i don't do everything right, but my activism is my judaism. and i'm religious about it.
There are times when activism borders on stupidity
kwirirayi (larry) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:53:29 -0000
There are times when activism borders on stupidity
Top 10 YouTube Videos for Social Good http://bit.ly/22JKxF youtube socialmedia activism
delicious50 (Delicious Over 50) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:51:59 -0000
Top 10 YouTube Videos for Social Good http://bit.ly/22JKxF youtube socialmedia activism
Intact - Canadian organization aims to increase public awareness, legislation, and litigation. Includes mission statement and details of lawsuits.
Meta Description: [ Intact: Male infant circumcision is genital mutilation and a violation of human rights.
Intact will end non-therapeutic male infant circumcision via public awareness, legislation, and litigation.
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Intactivism - The struggle for genital integrity and against the involuntary genital modification of children of any sex.
Meta Description: [ The case against infant circumcision and for genital integrity for all sexes, viewed from many angles. Animations, photos, links to resources. ]
Stop Infant Circumcision Society - Florida-based organization presents its mission statement, photographs, cartoons, and schedule of meetings.
Meta Description: [ Truth about M.G.M.(infant circumcision) and the actions of the medical industry, encouraging visitors to develop their own conclusions and opinions about M.G.M. - then to share those opinions with others regarding the pain of circumcision. ]
Yuki's Intactivism Resources - Arguments that infant circumcision is a barbaric act and why parents should respect their son's human rights and leave him intact.
Meta Description: [ Reasons why infant circumcision is a violation of human rights and they shoud leave him intact and let him choose for himself. ]
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