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Organizing for Social and Political Action

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SW652, Section 001

This course examines methods of organizing people for social and political action on their own behalf or on behalf of others. Students will analyze different approaches to bringing people together for collective action, building organizational capacity, and generating power, with emphasis on the role of labor unions, coalitions, political organizing, and community-based policy advocacy. The course includes the study of skills in analyzing power structures, developing action strategies, conflict and persuasive tactics, challenging oppressive structures, conducting community campaigns, using political advocacy as a form of mobilization, and understanding contemporary social issues as they affect oppressed and disadvantaged communities. Special emphasis will be placed on organizing around social, economic, racial, and political injustice in the US and globally. Additional emphasis will be placed on organizing with communities of color, women, LGBTQIA2S+ populations, and other under-represented groups.

Semester: Fall 2021
Instructor: Maureen M. Okasinski
U-M Class #: 30436
Program Type: Residential
Format: Online
Credits: 3 Credit Hours

Pathway Associations

Community ChangeElective (Host)
Global
Interpersonal Practice
Mgmt & LeadershipElective
Policy & PoliticalElective
Program Evaluation
Older Adults
Children & Families

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