social activism
Understanding Morocco's GenZ 212 Movement: Youth-Led Protests for Healthcare and Education Reform
Oct 04, 2025 04:41 am CST
Morocco's GenZ 212, a youth-led movement organized on Discord, has sparked nationwide protests demanding reforms to the country's public healthcare and education systems. Operating anonymously while expressing loyalty to King Mohammed VI, the movement highlights social inequalities amidst Morocco's infrastructure development for the 2030 World Cup, demonstrating unexpected political awareness among a generation previously perceived as disengaged.
Generation Zubeen: How Zubeen Garg's Legacy United Assam in Unprecedented Mourning
Sep 27, 2025 01:29 am CST
When Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg died by drowning in Singapore on September 19, his passing triggered an unprecedented public response across Assam. Hundreds of thousands flooded Guwahati's streets to mourn the beloved artist whose three-decade career spanned 38,000 songs in 40 languages. This article explores how "Generation Zubeen" - fans across multiple age groups united by their love for his music - demonstrated the profound cultural impact of an artist who blended rock with traditional Assamese rhythms while fearlessly challenging social norms and standing for his convictions.
"Independence Gone": Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Quits Over Row With Unilever
Sep 17, 2025 09:28 pm CST
The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's has resigned from the ice cream brand after saying his company known for its social activism has lost "the independence to pursue our values" under the ownership of British giant Unilever.