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What does it mean?
She advocates for collective solidarity among marginalized groups to drive societal change.
In plain terms
When marginalized groups unite and speak up, they create real political power.
What can you take from it?
Solidarity and shared voice are essential tools for social change.

Where it applies

  • community organizing
  • protests
  • coalition building

Putting it to work

  • build coalitions
  • unite voices
  • organize for change

Questions to consider

  • What stops marginalized groups from uniting?
  • How do you build power?

Another view

Different groups may have conflicting interests that make unity difficult.

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