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
Examples of activism in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have taken over parts of college campuses across the U.S., the latest in a decades-long string of protests ignited by political activism — some of which have spiraled into violence amid police crackdowns.
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Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 28 Apr. 2024
On quads and lawns from coast to coast, colleges are grappling with a groundswell of student activism over Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza.
—Neelam Bohra, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2024
This film documents the life of artist Nan Goldin and her activism against the Sackler family, whose Purdue Pharma aggressively marketed its OxyContin painkiller — a substance largely responsible for America’s opioid crisis.
—Tyler Coates, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Apr. 2024
The focus on labor unions comes amidst a broader resurgence of labor activism, fueled by President Joe Biden's pro-union agenda and recent victories in key industries.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
Influential documentary filmmaker Lourdes Portillo, who used her art as social activism to illuminate the struggles of the working class, has died.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2024
Their activism will be on full display during the Sacred Concert, which celebrates the intersection between jazz and worship music.
—Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 18 Apr. 2024
Well, she's been involved in anti-vaccine activism since at least 2015.
—Leah Feiger, WIRED, 18 Apr. 2024
Earth Day is still celebrated through activism and individuals doing their part by volunteering in their communities and educating themselves on environmental issues.
—Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 17 Apr. 2024
Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 28 Apr. 2024
On quads and lawns from coast to coast, colleges are grappling with a groundswell of student activism over Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza.
—Neelam Bohra, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2024
This film documents the life of artist Nan Goldin and her activism against the Sackler family, whose Purdue Pharma aggressively marketed its OxyContin painkiller — a substance largely responsible for America’s opioid crisis.
—Tyler Coates, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Apr. 2024
The focus on labor unions comes amidst a broader resurgence of labor activism, fueled by President Joe Biden's pro-union agenda and recent victories in key industries.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
Influential documentary filmmaker Lourdes Portillo, who used her art as social activism to illuminate the struggles of the working class, has died.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2024
Their activism will be on full display during the Sacred Concert, which celebrates the intersection between jazz and worship music.
—Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 18 Apr. 2024
Well, she's been involved in anti-vaccine activism since at least 2015.
—Leah Feiger, WIRED, 18 Apr. 2024
Earth Day is still celebrated through activism and individuals doing their part by volunteering in their communities and educating themselves on environmental issues.
—Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 17 Apr. 2024
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“Activism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activism. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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