"what is a social movement?" an informal with a collective goal in mind coming together with the purpose and direction for a change they want to see in their society. they act and advocate for their cause, often without the help with those in power as typically, they are going directly against those in power.

disadvantages

• problems with getting resources / short-lived nature of the movement

advantages

• flexibility in defining the issues, methods of protest and advocacy (demonstrations, educational campaigns, marches, boycotts, lawsuits), and extensive network of people and allies

causes of social movements

• political opportunities
• mobilizing structures
• framing

types of social movements

• revolutionary movements (dismantle)
• reform movements (change within)
• resistance movements (two sides; tension)
• expressive movements (to show movement)

social movements have become much easier to plan and execute due to social media and the growth of technology