Spectrum of Allies
The Spectrum of Allies tool comes from George Lakey, Training for Change, and is explained by Nadine Bloch on the Beautiful Uprising website. Introduction Movements seldom win by overpowering the...
View ArticleBeautiful Trouble’s Guide to Activism During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Key principles and creative tactics for activism while the world goes through the COVID-19 pandemic. This article was originally published as HOLY SH*T! 7 things to do instead of hoarding toilet paper...
View ArticleThe creativity fuelling the struggle to defund the police
Beautiful Trouble examines the principles and theories guiding this growing insurrection in defense of Black lives. This article was originally published on Waging Nonviolence as ‘From fringe idea to...
View ArticleHow Artistic Activism can move us Toward a Better Future
A new book called “The Art of Activism” provides a deep dive on the process, principles, history and practice of artistic activism. This article was originally published on Waging Nonviolence....
View ArticleSNAP: Synergizing Nonviolent Action and Peacebuilding: An Action Guide
Introduction Boycotts and protests, or dialogue and negotiation? Pressure or engagement? Which approaches, and in what sequence, are most effective for transforming conflict and building just and...
View Article3 Key Insights for Building a Powerful and Loving Movement against Oppression...
Rae Abileah and Nadine Bloch from Beautiful Trouble shared these key insights during Israel’s bombing of Gaza in October 2023. This article was originally published on Waging Nonviolence. Introduction...
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