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Sign me up to Russell Brand's sharing revolution

Russell Brand has a deft ability to weave his spiritual convictions into a case for wholesale political and economic transformation.

By Adam Parsons

/ 24 Nov 2014

Remembering Leslie Feinberg: a queer and trans fighter for justice

Author and activist Leslie Feinberg died this week, just before Transgender Day of Remembrance. As the opposite of a single-issue activist, ze showed what it was to resist, and to stand in solidarity with others.

By Dean Spade

/ 21 Nov 2014

The ordinary, extraordinary life of David Hartsough

Nonviolent action is a seamless part of the rhythm of life. A review of Waging Peace: Global Adventures of a Lifelong Activist.

By Ken Butigan

/ 18 Nov 2014

Beyond clicktivism

Gary Alexander’s new book eGaia examines how digital technology could be used to create much deeper changes in society.

By Tom Lawson

/ 17 Nov 2014

Wise fools for love? Arts activism and social transformation

The arts can inspire and equip people to use their power and creativity to stand against injustice.

By Veena Vasista

/ 14 Nov 2014

What is it to be Fierce? The photography of Ajamu

Fierce: Portraits of Young Black Queers is a record for generations to come: images that capture the next generation of Black LGBTQ educators, artists and activists.

By Zia X

/ 11 Nov 2014

Let’s get real about the transformation of society: can you email me directions?

Following activists on twitter is easier than following them to jail. Why can’t we do both?

By Michael Edwards

/ 5 Nov 2014

An unexpected cloud of witnesses: Sister Rice replies

Collective recognition is more important than the raising up of icons: there is no mastermind in the transformation of society.

By Michael Edwards

/ 29 Oct 2014

The French art world is on strike - why aren't we?

The fight to defend the artists' wage is raging across France, yet today in the UK we believe the arts should be a market-driven competition. A living wage for performers feels a long way off.

By Ben Osborn

/ 24 Oct 2014

Dorothy Day and Thomas Merton: two journeys to wholeness

Two lives show that a truly integrated existence—a life-long process of personal and political transformation—lies within the reach of everyone.

By Susan Rakoczy

/ 22 Oct 2014

The greatest coping strategy is helping others: a conversation with Liberian activist B. Abel Learwellie

You can’t ambush a virus with a bullet. A former child soldier speaks out on Ebola in Liberia.

By Bryan Farrell

/ 21 Oct 2014

Dale Farm: an eviction anniversary

While at Dale Farm, I consider myself to have witnessed an incidence of ethnic cleansing. Basildon Council argued the site was built on green belt land. In reality, it was a former scrap yard.

By Ellen Yianni

/ 17 Oct 2014