Essays about: "activist research"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 81 essays containing the words activist research.

  1. 1. BODY NORMATIVITY AND THE HYPER(IN)VISIBILITY OF ABJECT BODIES Living with Oppression in the Body Liberation Movement

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper

    Author : Kristin Binder; [2023-04-06]
    Keywords : Hyper in visibility; body normativity; oppression; intersectionality; transgender; disability; fatness; body liberation movement; resistance;

    Abstract : In feminist studies that attempt to theorize embodiment, fat bodies have largely been ignored and excluded from research even though scientific knowledge on weight-based stigma and discrimination shows the importance of studying fatphobia as a system of oppression. Hence, this thesis provides an analysis on the lived experience of fat bodies in relation to body normativity and visibility politics. READ MORE

  3. 2. Beyond the Target Market : Investigating the Impact of Brand Activism on Brand Authenticity and Attitude in Non-Targeted Markets

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : Tomke D'Souza; [2023]
    Keywords : Brand Activism; Brand Authenticity; Brand Attitude; Hyperconnectivity; Non-Target Markets;

    Abstract : Nowadays, people around the world are connected through social networks. This hyperconnectivity implies that companies need to think about the perceptions and opinions of consumers who were not directly targeted by a campaign. READ MORE

  4. 3. “We don't need more forests; we need more real forests!” : A study about youths’ motivations and experiences protecting forests from deforestation in Sweden

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Tema Barn

    Author : Marcus Olsson; [2023]
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    Abstract : In Sweden today, the forestry industry is criticized by environmental activist networks and organizations for using clear-cutting to harvest forests, which causes great harm to biodiverse-rich forests. Although youth voices are less represented in environmental politics, they find ways to affect these through their engagement in social movements. READ MORE

  5. 4. Archives For Black Trans Living, A Practice For Possibilities.

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Centrum för genusvetenskap

    Author : Levi Appleton; [2023]
    Keywords : affect; archives; because; Black feminism; capacious; care; embodiment; non-binary; praxis; trans.;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates possibilities for developing an archiving praxis to help Black trans people live. Inspired by recent Black trans thinking and creativity, the research here centres conversations with five Experts working in a range of academic, artistic, and activist archiving practices. READ MORE

  6. 5. #DeGenderFashion : A Visual Analysis of How Fashion Is Used to Challenge Gender Norms and Heteronormative Expectations

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Alexandra Edelsbrunner; [2023]
    Keywords : Fashion Theory; Gender Theory; Social Media Activism; Identity; Cultural Studies; Gender Norms;

    Abstract : The study aims to answer the question of whether fashion can communicate meaning, by addressing how creators on Instagram challenge dominant gender norms through fashion, with a focus on the activist movement of #DeGenderFashion. The research questions will be answered using fashion theory and gender theory as guiding points, with literature on social media activism, representations of gender, and cultural studies giving further insight into the dynamics of the movement. READ MORE