Practicing Sustainable Activism: Fighting Against Burnout and for Social Justice
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Introduction As a University of Richmond student, you have a lot of ambitions. You want to succeed academically, socially, and for many of us, making change in our communities is a staple of who we are. Here at Richmond there is so much to do: academics, sports, extracurriculars, chances to engage with other people. For students who also want to make change in the world, college can be a great place to explore communities of activism and join causes that you care about. As a college student, there is also a unique opportunity to meet new people and discover many new things about the world. 30
These discoveries can often begin the spark that is necessary to ignite the activism that lies within so many of us. Maybe you learned about something new in your Global Studies class and want to help out, or hear about a protest for a new cause from a friend. At times however, the amount of causes can seem daunting, especially when considered alongside all the other demands on your time as a full time student. If any of this sounds like you, you might also set high standards for yourself and feel a strong sense of personal responsibility to others.
