Social Activism Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

The MLK I Knew - Lessons for Today's Changemakers

Intimate insights on MLK's leadership, personal struggles, and legacy from close associate Clarence Jones, offering valuable lessons for modern social activists and changemakers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Movement in Movement - Jookin' and Flex Dance Styles for Social Progress

Explore innovative dance styles Jookin' and flex with pioneers Lil Buck and Reggie Gray, showcasing their art and its impact on social progress.

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

The Aspen Institute

The Future We Need: Organizing for a Better Democracy in the 21st Century - Book Talk

Explore strategies for evolving collective bargaining and building worker power to address modern challenges and create a more democratic future through real-world stories and expert insights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Undaunted - Stories from Global Health Advocates on the Frontlines

Inspiring stories from global health advocates on building resilient communities through trust and care, addressing challenges in resource-scarce environments worldwide.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Hip-Hop Collision: Music, Race, and the Law

Explore the intersection of criminal justice, race, and hip-hop with defense attorney Drew Findling. Discuss recent events, societal issues, and how artists inspire conversations and mobilize fans to act.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Cooking Up Change - One Chef's Quest for an Ideal World

Chef Ritu Dalmia shares her journey of overcoming challenges in the culinary world, advocating for kindness and acceptance in the industry, and fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in India, inspiring others to embrace their identities.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Social Movement - My Lifeline

Nikhil Dey shares insights on social movements, highlighting influential quotes from the US feminist movement and revolutionary pension rights campaigns in Rajasthan, drawing from his extensive activism experience.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Building Schools in Sierra Leone

Inspiring talk on humanitarian efforts in Sierra Leone, focusing on building schools and combating child exploitation in diamond mines. Highlights the power of individual action for social change.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

The March of Modernity in the Himalayas

Explore the impact of modernization on Himalayan communities and ecosystems. Learn about the threats to this vital landscape and discover potential solutions for sustainable development.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Motivating Gen Z

Discover strategies for youth empowerment as social activist Alamgir Khan discusses cultivating ownership, honesty, and adaptability in Gen Z, drawing from his experiences with FIXIT, a non-profit addressing civic issues.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Nudity and Revolution - How One Photographer Is Challenging Patriarchy

Photographer Lauren Crooke explores how nude photography can empower women, challenge patriarchy, and initiate conversations about consent and body autonomy through her daring large-scale works.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How to Revive a Neighborhood - With Imagination, Beauty, and Art

Discover how artist Theaster Gates transforms abandoned buildings into vibrant community hubs, using culture as a catalyst for social change and urban revitalization in Chicago's south side.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Someone's Opinion on You Will Never Become Your Reality

Inspiring talk on overcoming challenges, embracing diversity, and recognizing individual potential. Shares personal journey with dyspraxia, mental health advocacy, and creating positive societal change.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Greening the Ghetto

MacArthur-winning activist Majora Carter passionately discusses environmental justice in the South Bronx, revealing how minority neighborhoods are disproportionately affected by flawed urban policies and proposing solutions for change.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

A Global Culture to Fight Extremism

Former Islamist extremist explores why extremist organizations succeed and proposes grassroots stories and global social activism to spread democracy in the face of nationalism and xenophobia.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk