Activism And Advocacy Terms

verb to set free from imprisonment, slavery, or oppression; to release or rescue

• The country's military forces were able to liberate the city from enemy occupation.
• We need to liberate ourselves from this toxic relationship.
• Let's liberate some snacks from the pantry before the movie starts.
• Reading a good book can liberate your mind from the stresses of everyday life.

verb To make someone aware of social and political issues, typically in order to bring about change or empowerment.

• It is important to conscientise individuals about the impact of their actions on the environment.
• We need to conscientise our friends about the importance of recycling.
• I'm trying to conscientise my siblings about the benefits of eating healthy.
• Through art, the painter was able to conscientise the audience about social injustices.

verb to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy

• The organization is advocating for stricter regulations on environmental pollution.
• She's always advocating for healthier food choices in the office.
• I'm all about advocating for animal rights, dude.
• By speaking up for the marginalized communities, he is advocating for social justice.