Occupation: Organizer

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A Critical History of Community Organizing in America

By Clment Petitjean and Clement Petitjean

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Occupation: Organizer by Clément Petitjean delves into the life and legacy of community organizer Saul Alinsky. The book explores Alinsky's innovative approach to grassroots democracy and his strategies for mobilising communities to enact social change. Highlighting the lasting impact of his methods, it offers a detailed examination of his influence on political activism and organising tactics.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in the behind-the-scenes strategies and challenges of activism, particularly how organisers navigate and shape social movements. It provides insight into contemporary political landscapes and offers an in-depth look at the dedication and tactics employed by those driving change.

Occupation: Organizer

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A trenchant history of community organising and a must-read for the next generation of organisers seeking to learn from the successes, failures, and contradictions of the past.

Work as part of the community, rather than standing apart from it.

Petitjean insists, can we learn to build durable, effective organisations for change.

Occupation: Organizer by Clément Petitjean is essential reading for understanding the complex dynamics of community organising.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781642599558

Publisher: Haymarket Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Haymarket Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 340

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About the Author

Clement Petitjean is an associate professor of American studies at the Universite Pantheon Sorbonne in Paris. He holds a PhD in sociology. His writing has appeared in academic journals and popular outlets like Jacobin, Contretemps, and Le Monde diplomatique.