0 activity that uses the internet to support political or social causes in a way that does not need much effort, for example creating or signing online petitions:
Such forms of advocacy, particularly those related to social media, are often derisively referred to as “slacktivism” or “armchair activism”.
Critics frequently cite it as an example of slacktivism.
Cited benefits of slacktivism in achieving clear objectives include creating a secure, low cost, effective means of organizing that is environmentally friendly.
With all this information so readily available, there is a rising trend of slacktivism or clicktivism.
Criticism of slacktivism often involves the idea that internet activities are ineffective, and/or that they prevent or lessen political participation in real life.
Still, others keep a slightly optimistic outlook on the possibilities of slacktivism while still acknowledging the pitfalls that come with this digital form of protest.
Notably, slacktivists participate in more than twice as many activities as people who do nt engage in slacktivism, and their actions have a higher potential to influence others.
