2. Introduction
Do you know who the activists in your community are? Many people don’t, but they are
everywhere. Activists are people who work to make a change in their communities. They may
be involved in politics, social justice, or other issues. There are many different types of activism,
and it takes all kinds of people to make a difference. This article will discuss some of the
different kinds of activists and what they do. We will also talk about how you can get involved
in activism if you want to make a difference in your community!
3. WHAT IS
ACTIVISM?
Activism is working to bring about social or
political change. Activists work on a variety of
issues, including but not limited to:
Civil rights
Women’s rights
LGBTQ+ rights
Environmental protection
Animal welfare
4. There are many different ways to be an activist. Some activists work within the system to effect change
from within, while others take a more rebellious approach and protest or engage in civil disobedience.
No matter what type of activism you’re interested in, there are many ways to get involved.
5. Political
Activists
Political activists are people
who work to influence
government policy on social
or political issues. They may
lobby legislators, organize
protests, or work to get
candidates elected who
share their views.
TYPES OF ACTIVISTS
There are many different types of activists, each with its unique perspective
and approach to effecting change. Here are just a few examples:
Social Justice
Activists
Social justice activists fight for
the rights of marginalized groups
and seek to create a more just
society. They may work to end
discrimination, racism, sexism, or
homophobia or to improve
access to education, healthcare,
or housing for everyone.
Environmental
Activists
Environmental activists work to
protect the environment and
prevent damage to our planet.
They may advocate for green
energy policies, protest against
fracking or deforestation, or work
to raise awareness about
climate change.
6. HOW TO GET
INVOLVED
IN ACTIVISM
If you want to get involved
in activism, there are many
ways. Here are a few
suggestions:
5) Sign petitions
4) Write letters to your elected officials
about the issues that matter to you
3) Get involved in a protest or march
related to your issue
1) Find an issue that you care about and
learn as much as you can about it
2) Join or donate to an organization that
supports your cause