Choose ONE historical or contemporary ‘social movement’ of interest to you. Your choice can be based on interest alone or it might be relevant to your field of study at university and/or your future profession. Write a 1,500 word essay. Research peer reviewed literature to find out about the social movement. Make an argument about the effectiveness of this social movement to create positive social change and/or to challenge injustice or inequality.
What you need to do:
Choose ONE historical or contemporary ‘social movement’ of interest to you your choice will fit the definition of a social movement (see your weekly topic, lectures and readings and please check with your lecturer if you are not sure. Possibilities include but are not limited to: the Environmental/Climate Justice Movement, Women’s Movement, Black Rights Matter Movement, Labour Movement, LGBTI / Gay Rights Movement(s), Disability Rights Movement, Indigenous Rights Movement, Animal Rights Movement, etc.