· Media can be a powerful tool for advocacy and socialchange. Positive and accurate portrayals of minority groups can challenge stereotypes, foster empathy, and inspire societal progress.
· Explore how marginalized communities use the internet to reclaim their narratives, bypass traditional media, and buildonline power.
· Explore how community activism media projects amplify marginalized voices, create inclusive spaces, and foster collaboration for meaningful change.
ActivismActivism is generally defined as intentional actions conducted by organized individuals or groups in an effort to bring about social change (Parsons, 1937; Shaw, 2013). Defining activism involves an examination of the social movements and contexts within which it exists. Cammaerts (2015) defined social movements as a “social process through which collective actors articulate their interests, voice grievances and critiques, and proposed solutions to identified problems by engaging in a variety...Digital ActivismThe label of digital activism is an increasingly popular term that is both broad and ambiguous (Yang, 2016). It loosely refers to the use of digital media and ICTs for political purposes (Gerbaudo, 2017). To a larger extent, it can be referred to as the use of technology to promote a political agenda or a social change, ranging from hacktivism (Denning, 2001), denial of service attacks (Bessant, 2016), to hashtag activism (Jackson, 2016). Inthis paper digital activism is defined as the use of...Activist Literacies and YouthAs digital texts and tools become more ubiquitous insociety and schools, the barriers to youth exposure and engagement with digitaltexts are minimized (Alvermann, 2011; Turner, Abrams, Katic, & Donovan,2014). More to the point, adolescents have been shown to spend most of theirtime in and out of school engaging with digital media (Livingstone, 2008; Salmela-Aro, Upadyaya, Hakkarainen, Lonka, & Alho,2017). This social connectedness and accessibility to content isidentified as participatory cul...See full list on citejournal.orgThrough this study I sought to understand the practices of an activist as he utilized digital texts and tools for purposes of activism. The analysis was conducted to help inform and contextualize his work and the possible import for ELA teachers. As was suggested by Shakem in an interview, the main purpose of educators in relation to works of activ...See full list on citejournal.orgIn this study, I examined the ways in which an activist leveraged digital technologies to work toward positive socialchange (as defined by Ellison et al., 2007; Haddix & Sealey-Ruiz, 2012). I opened this article with a quotation from Muhiyidin d’Baha, an activist from the Charleston area, to call attention to the need to focus on work at the grass...See full list on citejournal.orgAlsup, J., & Miller, S. J. (2014). Reclaiming Englisheducation: Rooting social justice in dispositions. English Education, 46(3),195-215. Alvermann, D. E. (2011). Moving on, keeping pace: Youth’sliterate identities and multimodal digital texts. Rethinking identityand literacy education in the 21st century. National Society for the Study ofEducation...See full list on citejournal.orgAkhet, S. A. (2017a,August 19). Dear white people, thanks for taking down statues but this isn’tour agenda, it’s YOUR beef in response to Donald Trump. As a very respected anddedicated community leader, the REAL black agenda deals with:1).EDUCATION…Our schools are [Facebook status update]. Retrieved from https://www.facebook.com/shakem.akhet/posts/...See full list on citejournal.orgSep 11, 2018 · I discuss specific uses of social-media digital platforms for building and cultivating communities of underrepresented scholars and facilitating engagement around issues of broad concern to groups underrepresented in science and higher education. Understanding Minority Representation Minority representation is a crucial aspect of promoting equality and justice in any society. It refers to the extent to which individuals from minority groups are represented in various spheres of life, including politics, education, employment, and media. The significance of minority representation lies in its ability to ensure that the voices and ... How do digital platforms democratize representation of minority groups?In digital spaces, platforms like YouTube and TikTok have given creators from minority backgrounds the ability to tell their own stories without gatekeepers, further democratizing representation. Despite these advancements, challenges remain. Stereotyping continues to plague media portrayals of minority groups.Why is media important for minority groups?Media has the power to shape perceptions, influence attitudes, and amplify voices. For minority groups, media representation is not just about visibility but about authenticity, accuracy, and fairness. Over the years, there has been undeniable progress in how marginalized communities are portrayed in film, television, news, and digital platforms.Are minority groups underrepresented in mainstream media?However, this progress is accompanied by persistent challenges that prevent full equality in media representation. Historically, minority groups have been underrepresented or misrepresented in mainstream media. When they were visible, portrayals were often laden with stereotypes that reinforced harmful biases.Why is a positive portrayal of minority groups important?Positive and accurate portrayals of minority groups can challenge stereotypes, foster empathy, and inspire societal progress. For example, shows like Orange Is the New Black and Master of None have addressed issues such as systemic racism, immigration, and LGBTQ+ rights, sparking important conversations about social justice. The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of social media on communitybuilding and social movements, with a focus on social channels such as Twitter and Instagram.
· I discuss specific uses of social-media digital platforms for building and cultivating communities of underrepresented scholars and facilitating engagement around issues of broad concern to groups underrepresented in science and higher education.
The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of social media on communitybuilding and social movements, with a focus on social channels such as Twitter and Instagram.
Understanding Minority Representation Minority representation is a crucial aspect of promoting equality and justice in any society. It refers to the extent to which individuals from minority groups are represented in various spheres of life, including politics, education, employment, and media. The significance of minority representation lies in its ability to ensure that the voices and ...
