Understanding the Drivers of Social Movement Participation: A Multifaceted Approach

Abstract

Social movements have long been a powerful force for
change, shaping society and challenging the existent status quo.
Moreover, what motivates a person to take action and commit
to a cause? The reasons behind participation in social
movements stem from a mixture of multi-faceted personal,
social, and structural factors. Knowing these drivers is essential
to understanding the role of individuals in collective action and
how movements can achieve their aims. People participate in
social movements for a plethora of reasons in the form of
personal ideology and morals, social circles, and even resources.
Individual participation, even at a microscale, is very important
in generating the activity and energy of a movement. Although
scholars have examined the subject in detail, quite a bit remains
to be discovered regarding the fundamental psychological and
sociological factors of radicalization. This research concentrates
on two relevant approaches: Resource Mobilization and Cultural
Framing. Understanding these perspectives will allow us to
better appreciate the diverse ways people are involved in sports
and the reasons behind their continued participation.
Additionally, there is a need to understand the impact of such
changes on participation and effectiveness, particularly
concerning the evolution of activism with the digital revolution
and increasing globalization of movements.