{"product_id":"from-thought-to-action-second-edition-developing-a-social-justice-orientation-9781793585516","title":"From Thought to Action (Second Edition): Developing a Social Justice Orientation","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe much anticipated 2nd edition of \"From Thought to Action: Developing a Social Justice Orientation\" is a book that empowers readers to successfully navigate their social justice journeys and channel their increased consciousness into direct action. The book provides robust historic  cultural  and social contexts  assists readers in managing the discomfort that often accompanies raised consciousness  and offers step-by-step instructions for initiating social justice campaigns and projects.  The text examines various types of direct action  the art of dialoguing through disagreement  the risks and rewards associated with activism  the importance of effective leadership and collaboration  and activism in the wake of significant social and political issues  including police brutality and the COVID-19 pandemic. Readers learn about the challenges and successes of activists past and present  and are encouraged to recognize the struggles and achievements that define their own journeys.  This expanded  responsive second edition includes a new chapter on allyship  QR codes  and an appendix related to speech preparation and delivery. It features more global examples of activism  as well as additional experiences from Asian American communities within the United States.  Table of Contents for the 2nd edition:  Preface  What is Social Justice Activism? 1. Raised by Racists and 1980s Pop Culture 2. The Language of Experienced Activists 3. Choosing a Cause and Taking Direct Action 4. Risks and Rewards of Social Justice Activism  Stories of Activists Past and Present 5. Social Justice During the 19th Century in the United States 6. Social Justice During the 20th Century in the United States 7. Personal Turning Points for Social Justice Activists  Communication and Community 8. Acting in Allyship 9. Convincing Others: Considerations for Dialogue 10. Leadership Committed to Social Justice 11. Working in Groups and Building Coalitions  Appendix: Organizing and Delivering Speeches  Glossary of Terms  Index\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45646906490933,"sku":"ByrdShop_1793585512","price":30.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781793585516.jpg?v=1781681054","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/from-thought-to-action-second-edition-developing-a-social-justice-orientation-9781793585516","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}