Social Movements

Social Movement

A group effort to create or resist social, political, economic, or cultural change.

Collective Action Problem

The challenge of getting people to work together toward a shared goal.

Political Socialization

The process by which people develop political beliefs and values.

Agents of Socialization

Family, schools, peers, media, and religion.

Urbanization

Growth of cities that makes organizing social movements easier.

Civil Disobedience

Peacefully breaking laws to protest injustice.

Democracy

A system of government based on citizen participation, elections, and protected rights.

War on Drugs

Anti-drug campaign launched by President Nixon in 1971 that contributed to increased incarceration rates.

Project Rebound

CSU program helping formerly incarcerated students earn college degrees.

Prison-to-School Pipeline

Programs and efforts that help formerly incarcerated individuals transition into higher education.

Civil Rights Movement

Movement to end racial discrimination and expand civil rights.

Women's Rights Movement

Movement advocating for gender equality and women's rights.

LGBTQ+ Rights Movement

Movement seeking equal rights regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Labor Movement

Movement focused on improving wages, benefits, and working conditions.

Environmental Movement

Movement focused on protecting natural resources and the environment.