Can Performative Activism Actually Make a Difference? | Above the Noise

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Can Performative Activism Actually Make a Difference? | Above the Noise
Performative activism is usually defined as activism done to make yourself look good rather than because you're committed to a cause. But is performative activism always bad? True, it turns the spotlight on yourself, not the issue. On the other hand, jumping on a hashtag bandwagon could help raise awareness and lead to activism IRL. Watch the video, weigh the evidence and let us know: Can performative activism actually make a difference?