Activism

Explore a diverse range of stories, movements, and voices that shape the landscape of activism around the world. From grassroots initiatives to global campaigns, we curate content that amplifies the voices of change makers, delves into social justice issues, and celebrates the power of collective action. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or exploring the world of activism for the first time, join us on a journey of empowerment, awareness, and the relentless pursuit of a better world for all.

Activism

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Starting to hate cars — even if you drive one? There's an online community for you.
An illustration of a man looking annoyed as he sits in car traffic.

Every U.S. city testing free money programs
A pair of hands hold out a stack of money.


Youth advocates make their groundbreaking case in court for climate action
Youth plaintiffs sit on a bench laughing together.

Why trans people need to be included in the abortion fight
Pro-abortion protesters hold placards which read "abortion is healthcare" and "healthcare is a human right" during a counter-protest on abortion rights at Parliament Square, London.

What is Signal? The basics of the most secure messaging app.
A person clicking the Signal messaging app


SAG-AFTRA passes strike vote that could shut down Hollywood
SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher speaks onstage during the 29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on February 26, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

Idris Elba and Halle Bailey push for gender equality with a new Gucci campaign
Halle Bailey.

LA's Star Garden dancers become country's only unionized strippers
A close-up shot of a pink t-shirt with a logo featuring a black platform heel  that says "union".

Abortion fund networks endure in fight against restricted access
A demonstrator with "My! Body! My! Choice!" written on her torso protests the Supreme Court ruling to overturn the Roe v Wade decision, holding above her head a circular green sign that reads, "Grow abortion power"

Why the WGA is striking
WGA Strike Explained

Florida students 'Walkout 2 Learn': How to join their education revolution
A person holds up a blue protest sign that reads, "Black history is American history."

Dissident artist Ai Weiwei recreated a Monet masterpiece entirely in Lego
Ai Weiwei faces the camera as he flips a middle finger in front of London's Design Museum in reference to his famous photographs.

Why is the world's newest country facing an existential threat?
An image of Wendy Ahonda in a life jacket juxtaposed with an aerial shot of a submerged area in South Sudan

Rutgers University strike brings education to the picket line
Two young people sit on top of a steel box. The one on the right dangles a red and white signs that reads, "We R on strike for our students and communities".

Nashville gun control advocates rally for reform, accountability, and democracy
A group of young people in red and white shirts march and chant through a legislative building. They hold signs reading, "Schools are not warzones", "Ban assault weapons", "Where's Bill Lee?", and "128  mass shooting this year. No more."

Mikaela Loach's 'It's Not That Radical' calls for climate justice and collective liberation
Mikaela Loach with her hand raised speaking at a rally next to an image of the cover of her book "It's Not That Radical."

Record-breaking Wisconsin Supreme Court flip sparks reflection on youth voter mobilization
An out of focus college student walks by a series of blue and white signs that read "Judge Janet Protasiewicz Wisconsin Supreme Court".


How campaigning saved Europe's 'last wild river'
A photograph of the Vjosa river with a high mountain seen in the background and village in the bottom right corner. Caption reads "How to save a river"

'Plan C' trailer depicts determined, grassroots efforts to expand abortion rights
A group of women sit around a table working.

Blue ribbons are this year's Oscars accessory, in support of the global refugee crisis
Director Edward Berger, wearing black and white formal wear accented with a blue ribbon, holds his Oscar at the 95th Academy Awards

What is white feminism and how does it harm women of colour?
An illustration showing the facts of lots of people of different races.

#BoycottWalgreens grows after pharmacy refuses to sell abortion pill in 20 states
A Walgreens sign on the exterior of a building against a bright blue sky.

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