Who Is an Activist? What Does It Mean to Be an Activist?

Earlier this year, we asked our audience some questions about activism. Now, our focus has shifted to the individuals themselves—who are they, the driving force behind actions seeking social justice? What is it to be an activist? This time, we'll present glimpses of the answers given by our dear writers, who embarked on the perpetual quest of advocacy.

Ultimately, activism is a collective construct, shaped over generations, embracing celebrated figures, unsung heroes, and everyday individuals. We hope to piece together fragments of insight, inviting you—and ourselves—to contemplate the possibility that within our myriad identities, “activist” is also one worth embracing.