activism

noun

ac·tiv·ism ˈak-ti-ˌvi-zəm

: a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue

political activism

environmental activism

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Ben and Jerry's Israel Stance Sparks Debate By Jordan King US News Reporter 7 Several MAGA figures have called for a boycott of Ben & Jerry's after the company released a video defending its progressive activism. —

Joel Thayer, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025 Among Gomez's activism efforts include campaigns and initiatives with UNICEF, as well as her makeup brand's Rare Impact Fund which advocates for mental health services and education. —

Emily Chang, ABC News, 27 Jan. 2025 Their activism helped prompt the national forestry bureau to improve standards for panda enclosures and ban people from paying to hug pandas. —

Mara Hvistendahl, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025 Patagonia is, of course, synonymous with environmental activism, as its brand story goes beyond selling outdoor gear to champion the preservation and protection of the planet. —

Jon Michail, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for activism