Activism Courses and Certifications

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ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

143 ratings at Coursera

Explore the intersection of art and activism through lectures, guest presentations, and optional projects. Examine social movements, cultural practices, and embodied knowledge in contemporary art.

• Coursera
• 9-10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

American History Since 1865: Tutoring Solution

Comprehensive exploration of post-Civil War America, covering major events, social changes, and political developments from the Gilded Age to contemporary times. Ideal for supplementing classroom learning.

• Study.com
• 17 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS)

Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities

12 ratings at Coursera

Explore housing justice in Indian cities, examining material, ecological, social, and spatial aspects. Learn strategies for activism, policy-making, and governance to address housing inequalities globally.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Banning the bomb: a global history of activism against nuclear weapons

2 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore the global anti-nuclear movement's history, strategies, and impact from 1945 to present, including international cooperation and government responses.

• OpenLearn
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Microcredential

Online Teaching: Addressing the Climate Emergency

Gain the skills to design online and technology-enhanced teaching to help learners address the climate emergency.

• FutureLearn
• 12 weeks, 13 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Language Revival: Securing the Future of Endangered Languages

4 reviews

Learn how the world’s endangered languages are revived and why this process is critical to preserving cultural identity.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Humanitarian Aid

1 review

Discover the history of humanitarian aid and the principles and values that underpin it.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED-Ed

Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History

1 review

A series of videos featuring the lives and achievements of notable women from many eras and countries, including Cleopatra, Marie Curie, and Jane Austen.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Racial Justice and Activism in America - A Conversation on Black Lives Matter

1 review

Experts discuss racial justice protests, comparing them to the Civil Rights Movement, and explore policing, cultural shifts, and sustaining activism through self-care.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Unpacking Activism

Become a responsible and self-reflective activist.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Diversity: Transphobia

Analyze and evaluate transphobia and gender oppression, expanding knowledge and awareness for personal and societal transformation.

• California Community Colleges System
• 3 weeks
• 28th Apr, 2025
• Paid Course

Global Social Change

Learn how everyday people in China, Bangladesh, Mexico, and the U.S. transform the world around them and advocate for social change.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Victoria University of Wellington

Restorative Justice and Practice: Emergence of a Social Movement

Learn about the history and impact of restorative justice in Aotearoa New Zealand and its relevance to you.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Strategies for Female Empowerment

400 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn strategies to exude confidence and overcome insecurities as a female, and empower other women around you to do the same.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Building Inclusive Work Communities

351 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to build and maintain work communities that are inclusive of the diverse people on your team.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available