Place, Time, and Boundaries: Civil Society and Social Change
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2028 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 160 pages |
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Civil society is often seen as a force for good in the world. It is the realm of non-profit organizations, community groups, and social movements that work to make the world a better place. But what exactly is civil society, and what role does it play in social change?
Place, Time, and Boundaries: Civil Society and Social Change is a groundbreaking book that examines the role of civil society in shaping social change. Drawing on case studies from around the world, the book argues that civil society organizations play a crucial role in defining the terms of debate, setting the agenda for change, and mobilizing people to action.
The book begins by defining civil society as the space between the state and the market. This space is often filled by a wide range of organizations, from small grassroots groups to large international NGOs. Civil society organizations are typically independent of the government and the profit motive, and they work to promote the interests of their members or the public at large.
The book then goes on to examine the different ways that civil society organizations can contribute to social change. One important role is to define the terms of debate. By framing issues in a particular way, civil society organizations can influence how the public thinks about and responds to social problems.
Another important role is to set the agenda for change. By identifying and promoting specific policy solutions, civil society organizations can help to shape the direction of social change.
Finally, civil society organizations can play a crucial role in mobilizing people to action. By organizing protests, rallies, and other forms of collective action, civil society organizations can help to build public support for social change.
The book concludes by arguing that civil society is essential for social change. Without civil society organizations, it would be much more difficult to define the terms of debate, set the agenda for change, and mobilize people to action.
Case Studies
The book is based on a series of case studies from around the world. These case studies provide concrete examples of how civil society organizations have contributed to social change.
- In the United States, the civil rights movement was led by a coalition of civil society organizations, including the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP),the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC),and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).
- In India, the Green Revolution was led by a group of civil society organizations, including the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and the International Rice Research Institute.
- In Brazil, the Landless Workers' Movement (MST) has successfully organized millions of poor农民s to demand land reform.
These are just a few examples of the many ways that civil society organizations have contributed to social change around the world.
Place, Time, and Boundaries: Civil Society and Social Change is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the role of civil society in shaping the world we live in. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the field, and it is full of insights and examples that will inspire and inform readers.
5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2028 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 160 pages |
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2028 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 160 pages |