As we head into the 2022 holidays, you may be looking for the best sustainable gifts for your changemaker. Learn more about sustainable gifts to thank them for their hard work. The…
We need more resources for African American mental health. Taraji P. Henson created resources to support them.
Activists need to focus their passion to be effective. So, when I’m talking with someone about social change, I often ask them about the cause closest to their heart. I can hear…
It’s almost the holiday season, and perhaps someone you love is a hard-working changemaker. So you want the perfect activist gift. Let’s review the ways you can celebrate them for making the…
A Beautiful Canary Signals That Climate Is a Monumental Issue Our climate is in crisis. We face rising temperatures because of greenhouse gas emissions, with the last decade being the hottest ever.…
In this post, learn how social movements tackle the most significant worldly problems and how you can be a part of making a difference for the cause closest to your heart and…
You'll never do a whole lot unless you're brave enough to try. - Dolly Parton It's time for everyone to make the world a better place. But I've heard many people say,…
Me, an Activist? What Is an Activist and Why Should I Be One? When I talk about my work supporting activists, people often comment, "I could never be an activist." Actually, that's…
How To Handle All the Problems in the World How to solve the problems of the world? Most people want to handle all the problems in the world. That's lovely. But meet…
Professional activists have activism skills, like strategic planning, leadership, and coalition building. But you can make change with the skills you already have. Jeff works for a construction company running fiber cable…
How To Change the World Even if Your Family Disapproves In one of my Liberal Patriot posts, I told the story of a woman who saw my Liberal Patriot T-Shirt and told…
Feeling powerless and scared to change things? Read what to do when you're afraid to be an activist and find what works for you.
"I Don't Have Time" How Busy People Can Change the World Jennifer sets aside 45 minutes to catch up with her best friend, Diane. Arriving out of breath at the coffee shop,…
I teach at Walden University, whose mission statement includes social change. Neat, right? All student work incorporates an element of social change, such as being a change agent in social work or…
NOTE: Also browse gift ideas at The Ultimate Guide To Thoughtful, Practical, and Unique Activism Gifts (from 2023) As we head into the holidays, you may be planning for holiday gift-giving. And…
This Expert Warned Us That Leadership Is Important Leadership is important. People with strong leadership qualities are crucial to prevent global threats. Make your voice heard and vote for a strong leader.…
How can white people support Black Lives Matter? It starts by understanding where you hold privilege and where you don't.
Are you concerned with the impact of purchasing on people and the environment? With a thoughful approach you can be an everyday consumer activist. The word activism probably brings to mind a picture of people lobbying their elected officials or marching in the streets. What does a consumer activist do? Consumer activism may sound like a different animal, but in reality, it is a social justice cause, and lobbying and protesting are two methods to help consumers. But it is much more than that.
A Powerful Self-Care Strategy For Activists The man standing in his doorway purses his lips when Jane mentions her candidate's name. Rather than taking the brochure she offers, he shakes his head…
Meet the everyday heroes of activism. Learn from activists who found their passion and made a difference in the world.
In July 2018, I wrote about being a liberal patriot. In my post, I included the results of a poll about being patriotic. The YouGov poll showed how differently members of the…
On March 31st we celebrate Cesar Chavez's birthday. We should celebrate him for the impact he made on protecting farmworkers. He also created the National Farm Workers Union so workers had a…
Making a difference with random acts of kindness is easy. It is funny to think about preparing for a day devoted to randomness. But, the more ideas we have for kindness, the…
Give back to your cause; learn tips for becoming a successful mentor, and help others make a difference. Deb leans back into the soft couch, stretches out her legs, and sips her…
Are you new to activism? Do you need resources to help you focus your passion and find the right activism opportunity? A mentor can help you build your skills and find the…
What can white people do to support racial justice? It starts with understanding the meaning of privilege and how you fit in the movement.
What is your wish for a new year? Make your New Year's resolution for activism. Change the world. Why a Wish for a New Year to Change the World is More Important…
My favorite blogger taught me about tea towels and activism. And sent me on a search for good activist gifts. Ellen Hawley's quirky humor makes me laugh every week. And she has…
Activist, musician, and storyteller Sparky Rucker keeps history alive with his talents. His advice to new activists? Agitate!
Carl Gombert uses art to highlight how we use visual clues to make judgments about people and helps us understand racism.
In this post, I feature activist Jenny Arthur, who has a passion for helping at a terrible time - the death of a loved one. She has served as a local president…
What is Plant Based Drippin? As I was browsing the tables at my local VeganFest, enjoying the vegan jewelry, tasting food samples, and learning about animal sanctuaries, I came upon a young…
Rhonda Rucker uses her creativity to make change. Her children’s books, Swing Low, Sweet Harriet, and Make a Change, focus on racial justice.
Election Day is the first Tuesday in November. When you vote, you exercise your right to participate in our democracy. If you were to go a step further, you would choose to…
Using our strengths and passions for our cause means we are automatically motivated and more likely to stay in activism over the long haul. When researching, I was enchanted by the creative…
Volunteer Impact: Your Effective Activism In this post, you'll learn about effective activism. At the end of the day are you seeing volunteer impact? The last step in getting started in activism…
My husband and I arrived at the Farmer’s Market early, so we had a better choice of the fruits and veggies on display. The produce was lovely and I enjoyed how the farmers displayed them like works…
Honor Cesar Chavez by watching a short documentary that showcases his activism for farm workers and beyond. Spend 22 minutes watching this neat film about Farm Worker activist Cesar Chavez. I learned…