From Thought to Action: Developing a Social Justice Orientation empowers readers to successfully navigate their individual social justice journeys and channel their increased consciousness into activism. The book provides robust historic, cultural, and social context for social justice work, assists readers in managing the discomfort that often accompanies raised consciousness, and offers step-by-step instructions for initiating social justice campaigns and projects. The text examines the history of liberal activism in the United States, various types of activism, significant social movements, the art of dialoguing through disagreement, the importance of leadership, and the risks and rewards associated with activism. Readers learn about the challenges and successes of activists past and present, and are encouraged to recognize the struggles and achievements that define their own journeys. An extensive list of causes is provided, along with strategies for getting involved, empowering readers to identify causes that are important to them and to take action. Chapters:Raised by Racists and Murphy BrownSocial Justice During the 19th Century in the United StatesSocial Justice During the 20th Century in the United StatesThe Language of Experienced ActivistsPersonal Turning Points for Social Justice ActivistsChoosing a Cause and Taking ActionConvincing Others: Considerations for DialogueLeadership Committed to Social JusticeWorking in Groups and Building CoalitionsRisks and Rewards of Social Justice Activism
✔ Author(s): Amy Aldridge Sanford
✔ Title: From Thought to Action: Developing a Social Justice Orientation
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (44 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1516543386
✔ ISBN-13: 9781516543380
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about From Thought to Action by Amy Aldridge Sanford
Lucy Garraway
The world-building in this book was simply phenomenal. I was transported to a different realm and felt like I was part of the characters' journey. The attention to detail made it all so immersive.
Kara Snyder
I must confess, this book made me shed tears like never before. The themes of love, loss, and resilience struck a chord with my soul. It was an emotional journey I'm grateful to have taken.
Laura Hill
What an intellectual journey! The themes explored in this book challenged my perceptions and sparked introspection. It's refreshing to read a book that provokes such thought.
