Movement

Definition

In the context of government, a movement refers to a collective effort by individuals or groups who share common goals or beliefs. Movements often involve advocating for social, political, or environmental change through organized actions such as protests or lobbying.

Related terms

Civil Rights Movement: A social movement in the mid-twentieth century that fought against racial segregation and discrimination in the United States.

Women's Suffrage Movement: A movement advocating for women's right to vote during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Labor Movement: An organized effort by workers seeking better working conditions, fair wages, and workers' rights protections.