Tag: Nonviolence
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October 2023 Gender Bias Update
In recent discussions on gender bias, several key issues have been highlighted across various fields. According to Alsalem’s report to the United Nations (Forbes, 2023), there is an alarming continuation of violence against women and girls globally. Complementing this, research from the University of Delaware (2023) presented by Phys.org has challenged long-standing beliefs about gender…
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Understanding Jacques Ellul’s Propaganda Best Practices
*This article serves as an essential guide for those new to the study of propaganda and keen to explore its multifaceted impact across diverse sectors such as marketing, politics, cinema, and social media communications. Designed to demystify the complex techniques that shape public opinion and drive behavior, this general overview delves into the seminal theories…
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10 Tips for Spotting Propaganda Traps and Unethical Influence Tactics: The Art of Media Savvy
In today’s digital age, where information flows like a river, it’s crucial to be a discerning consumer of news and messages. The world of media is filled with pitfalls, but fear not! We’re here to guide you through the art of spotting propaganda traps with these 10 down-to-earth tips, complete with relatable examples; these tips…
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Unveiling the Ethics of Persuasion: A Comprehensive Look at Propaganda and Influence
Are persuasion techniques inherently ethical or unethical? Our latest article, “The Ethics of Persuasion: Propaganda v. Influence and the Importance of Context in the Courtroom and China’s Public Service Announcements,” delves into this complex issue. We explore how the ethics of persuasion are not black and white but are shaped by real-world choices, context, and…
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Enriching Defiant Egalitarian Communalism With Spirituality
Introduction Gene Sharp’s ideas on political defiance have influenced many. But what if we could expand his ideas to include a spiritual dimension? Imagine a combination of Libertarian Socialism, what we added to Sharp’s political defiance theory in our last blog post, Participatory Democracy, and spirituality. For the spiritual components, we’ll look at a 19th…