Grassroots: A Field Guide for Feminist ActivismFrom the authors of Manifesta, an activism handbook that illustrates how to truly make the personal political. Grassroots is an activism handbook for social justice. Aimed at everyone from students to professionals, stay-at-home moms to artists, Grassroots answers the perennial question: What can I do? Whether you are concerned about the environment, human rights violations in Tibet, campus sexual assault policies, sweatshop labor, gay marriage, or the ongoing repercussions from 9-11, Jennifer Baumgardner and Amy Richards believe that we all have something to offer in the fight against injustice. Based on the authors' own experiences, and the stories of both the large number of activists they work with as well as the countless everyday people they have encountered over the years, Grassroots encourages people to move beyond the "generic three" (check writing, calling congresspeople, and volunteering) and make a difference with clear guidelines and models for activism. The authors draw heavily on individual stories as examples, inspiring readers to recognize the tools right in front of them--be it the office copier or the family living room--in order to make change. Activism is accessible to all, and Grassroots shows how anyone, no matter how much or little time they have to offer, can create a world that more clearly reflects their values. |
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User Review - Julie_Brock - LibraryThingOnly on the 2nd chapter. Winona LaDuke wrote a nice introduction reminding readers that great things can be accomplished while planning and organizing from your own sticky kitchen table. Amen, sister! Read full review
GRASSROOTS: A Field Guide for Feminist Activism
User Review - KirkusInstructive anecdotes, garnered from the authors' own experiences and those of women they've known, illustrate some successful tactics of feminist activists.As they did in Manifesta: Young Women ... Read full review
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Grassroots: A Field Guide for Feminist Activism Jennifer Baumgardner,Amy Richards Limited preview - 2005 |
Grassroots: A Field Guide for Feminist Activism Jennifer Baumgardner,Amy Richards Limited preview - 2005 |