Types of Activism

 

Robert Fettgather is an associate faculty member at Mission College in Santa Clara, California, where he has taught courses in developmental psychology, general psychology, abnormal psychology, psychiatric interviewing, and developmental disabilities. Robert Fettgather's interests include activism.

Activism is a strategy or practice of aggressively advocating for change. Activists use different types of activism according to the situation or goal.

Marching is a large, planned protest or demonstration. Marches are efficient techniques for drawing attention to a problem and putting pressure on policymakers. Marches often employ slogans, banners, and other visual aids to spread the word about a cause, and they can include speeches and singing.

Activists use boycotts to have a negative economic effect on a target, such as a company involved in unethical business practices. Similar to marches, boycotts are most effective when many people join.

Craftivism mixes activism with crafts, allowing activists to express themselves creatively and draw attention to a problem or issue with a graphic T-shirt, a sign, or another craft.