Social Movements

Social movements are organized efforts by groups of people to create, promote, or resist social change. These movements typically arise in response to perceived injustices or inequalities within society and seek to address issues such as civil rights, environmental protection, labor rights, feminism, and more. They are characterized by collective action, often involving protests, demonstrations, advocacy, and campaigns to raise awareness and influence public policy or societal norms. Social movements can vary in size, scope, and duration, ranging from grassroots initiatives to large-scale movements. They can also utilize various strategies, including legal action, direct action, and lobbying, and often rely on the mobilization of community members and allies to achieve their goals.