1
This term means feeling accepted and valued in a group.
belonging
This movement began in 2013 to fight racism and police violence.
Black Lives Matter
Voting in an election is an example of this.
participation
A non‑government, non‑profit group that works to improve society.
Civil Society Organization
A group that is left out of decision‑making is experiencing this.
marginalization
This is when a group is pushed to the edges of society and treated unfairly.
marginalization
A common reason social movements begin is when people face this type of unfair treatment based on identity.
discrimination
Writing letters to leaders to ask for change is an example of this.
advocacy
This type of organization often relies on volunteers and donations rather than government funding.
non‑profit organization
A community where people feel safe, valued, and included shows this.
belonging
A group of people working together over time to create social change.
social movement
Environmental movements often form because of this global problem.
climate change or environmental damage
A public event where people gather to show disagreement or demand change.
protest
When workers stop or slow down their work to demand better conditions or pay, they are taking this type of collective action.
industrial action
An example of a marginalized community (name one).
refugees, Indigenous peoples, disabled communities etc.
This term describes when ordinary people start change from the bottom up.
grassroots action
This term describes the main problem a movement is trying to solve.
social goal or objective
When somebody agrees to do something that can help improve society without getting paid.
volunteering
Helping a community build a garden is an example of this kind of action.
Grassroots action or community action
This term describes gaining confidence, speaking out, and feeling the power to make decisions.
voice or empowerment
This is when people take part in activities that help their community or influence decisions.
civic engagement
Name three types of planned actions, or strategies that social movements can use to achieve their goals.
Protests, petitions, social media campaigns, boycotts, strikes, picketing, lobbying
A planned set of actions to raise awareness or influence decisions.
campaign
If students petition the principal and ask for a permanent garden space, they are doing this.
advocacy
Describe civic engagement
Civic engagement is when people take part in activities that help their community or influence decisions in society