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Civic Activism Unleashed: Book Launch and Keynote Lecture
07 May 2019, 6:15 pm–7:30 pm
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All | UCL staff | UCL students | UCL alumni
Availability
- Yes
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Julia Kreienkamp+4402031089290
Location
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Archaeology G6 Lecture TheatreIoA31-34 Gordon SquareLondonWC1H 0PY
Mass protests and other new forms of activism have spread across the world in recent years. Richard Youngs’ new book Civic Activism Unleashed examines the factors driving this 'age of rage', assesses whether the emerging activism is effective, and speculates on whether or not it is likely to leave any long-term impact on global politics. His findings suggest that while some emerging civic activism is highly confrontational, some of it offers the potential for practical cooperation between governments and civil society.