Protest

Social movements have played a crucial role in shaping the course of history by bringing about significant changes in society. From civil rights to environmentalism, these movements have united people with a common goal and ignited a passion for change. This blog post will delve into the history of social movements, exploring the power of … The History of Social Movements: A Look at the Power of Collective Action Read More »

Find out all the fascinating facts about who the Suffragettes were, what they did and what they achieved in this introductory article. Explore the role the Suffragettes played in making history.

Emily Wilding Davison was a tireless and ingenious activist for the cause of women's suffrage in Britain

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The National Archives is the UK government's official archive. Our main duties are to preserve Government records and to set standards in information management and re-use.

1894: Legislation introducing women’s suffrage, South Australia

This is an engaging documentary about the campaign for the women's vote in Britain in the early part of the 20th century. It will be of great use to students...

The United States was rocked by a nationwide movement for equal rights for African Americans.

Meet the strong and dedicated leaders behind some of the social movements that have most changed our world.

Momentum is a training institute and community of movement organizers. 

In 1967, ladies were finally allowed to drink at Sydney's famous Marble Bar — albeit from 7-9pm each night. How did the regulars feel about it?This episode o...

The long read: Organising is a kind of alchemy: it turns alienation into connection, despair into dedication, and oppression into strength

Social scientists have identified factors shaping the likelihood that emancipatory social movements will succeed in bringing tangible change

This is a straightforward guide for organizers who are planning protests. The below sections layout the logistics of organizing a demonstration, strategies, and tactics, and how to leverage the event for political change.

New research from the Social Change Lab offers key insights into the factors that lead to protest victories.

Which progressive social movements have been successful in securing change and which have failed? Scientists have examined how to most effectively organize.