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What does it mean?
Social change is inevitable, but its nature depends on our choices.
In plain terms
A revolution will happen; make it peaceful and just.
What can you take from it?
Guide inevitable change toward positive outcomes.

Where it applies

  • policy advocacy
  • activism
  • strategic planning

Putting it to work

  • influence policy debates
  • organize peacefully
  • prepare for transitions

Questions to consider

  • What change is happening around you?
  • How can you shape it?

Another view

Assuming inevitability may cause complacency against harmful outcomes.

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