Occupy Race, Class, and Gender
A research project to understand the dynamics of race, class, and gender in the Occupy movement. And, how social movement theory informs the evolution of the Occupy movement.
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Research Question
Seven research themes (consolidated from research questions, comprehensive list at http://www.bit.ly/occupyracequestions ):
attitudes towards race/class/gender, subquestion on millennials on race/class/gender power/privilege/oppression Leadership of and safe spaces for people of color, women, LGBTQ Incorporation of racial, gender, LGBTQ, and economic justice in mission/demands Relation of community based organizations and other institutions Social movement timeline and evolution Media, audio, and textual analysis; cultural studies
Literature Review
Research Methods