Activism: Taking a Stand
A photo of students standing in front of steps to a building. Two female students hold a massive handmade sign that reads: “No more leaking dumps! Refinance Superfund Now.”
One response might be activism—taking action to bring about change. For example, you might take sides on an issue that has social, political, or economic consequences. Often activism starts when someone is personally affected by a problem.
In this lesson, you'll learn about some of the causes that have inspired activism and the tactics activists have used to end harmful practices or reshape policies. As you’ll see, activists could be high school students just like you and your classmates.
