course overview
This course will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of political activism, its history, key strategies, tools, and real-world applications. The curriculum will cover the foundations of activism, how to organize and mobilize communities, strategies for effective advocacy, and the role of media and digital platforms in amplifying activism. By the end of the course, participants will be empowered to develop their own action plans for engaging in political activism.
Political activism
Introduction to Political Activism a 10-week program (Weekly 2-hour sessions) during which the student learns how to engage in political activism.
Target Audience: Individuals interested in engaging in political activism, including new activists, community leaders, or students passionate about social justice, policy change, and civic engagement.
Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Week 1: Introduction to Political Activism
Week 2: Forms of Activism and Types of Engagement
Week 3: Building a Grassroots Movement
Week 4: Developing a Political Activism Campaign
Week 6: Engaging with Policymakers and Influencing Policy
Week 7: Media and Messaging in Activism
Week 8: Digital Activism and Online Organizing
Week 9: Fundraising for Activism and Nonprofits
Week 10: Creating Your Own Activism Strategy
Evaluation: Participants will be assessed through a combination of class participation, group work, written assignments, and a final project. The final project will be a fully developed political activism campaign that includes strategic planning, messaging, and an action plan.