The Methods of Nonviolent Action

Written by Gene Sharp, as published at PeaceMagazine.org.

The Methods of Nonviolent Protest and Persuasion

FORMAL STATEMENTS

  • Public speeches
  • Letters of opposition or support
  • Declarations by organizations and institutions
  • Signed public declarations
  • Declarations of indictment and intention
  • Group or mass petitions

COMMUNICATIONS WITH A WIDER AUDIENCE

  • Slogans, caricatures, and symbols
  • Banners, posters, and displayed communications
  • Leaflets, pamphlets, and books
  • Newspapers and journals
  • Records, radio, and television
  • Skywriting and earthwriting

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