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Social Clubs

Definition

Social clubs are groups of people who gather based on shared interests or goals. They can be formal or informal and often involve regular meetings, activities, and events.

Analogy

Think of social clubs like the different group chats you have on your phone. Each chat represents a different interest or aspect of your life - one for your sports team, another for your movie buddies, etc. Just like these chats, social clubs bring together people with common interests.

Related terms

Civil Society: This refers to the collective space between government institutions and individual households where voluntary associations (like social clubs) exist. It's like the playground where all your group chats come to play and interact.

Interest Groups: These are organized groups that aim to influence public policy based on their specific interests or concerns. Imagine a group chat that doesn't just talk about movies but actively campaigns for more diverse representation in Hollywood.

Subcultures: These are cultural groups within a larger culture with shared beliefs, values, norms, or practices that differentiate them from the larger culture. Like having a unique language or inside jokes in your group chat that only members understand.