It’s important to not get distracted by what we believe a certain term means and pictures. The “activist” evolves as we adapt to a new world, especially during this pandemic. There is not just one type of activist, everybody can be one. If you like to get started, check out this previous article about how to be an efficient online activist.
Speaking of, just a couple of days ago, Tolmeia Gregory – 19 year old environmental and fashion activist – initiated the hashtag campaign #ActivismLooksLike:
“I believe it’s important to remember that activism doesn’t look the same for everybody. In fact, we start to look at activism from a very ableist (and ignorant) angle if we only see it as taking to the streets, which for many, isn’t possible.”
So the answer is: as long as you feel a sense of purpose, of bringing on social change through action, you are meant to be an activist. The question rather is what does activism look like for you?
If the question has prompted you to an answer, why not post a photo together with the hashtag #ActivismLooksLike on social media. It could be a photo of yourself with a banner, an event you’re hosting but also a piece of art, an article, a video. However you raise awareness, let us know!
