Grassroots - A Field Guide for Feminist Activism (Paperback)

From 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.

General

Imprint:	Farrar Straus Giroux
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2005
First published:	2005
Authors:	Jennifer Baumgardner • Amy Richards
Introduction by:	Winona LaDuke
Dimensions:	208 x 137 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	306
ISBN-13:	978-0-374-52865-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gender studies > Women's studies > Feminism
LSN:	0-374-52865-9
Barcode:	9780374528652

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