Discover how activists utilize positive psychology and constructive advocacy for social change in this groundbreaking case study of a transnational advocacy network.
Drawing from positive psychology and journalism studies, this article proposes constructive advocacy as a theoretical and methodological arena for public interest communications. Through a case study of a transnational advocacy network, this research employs a thematic analysis of in-depth interviews with 40 activists, exploring positivity and solutions-based information for social change. This study contributes to the new body of literature on public interest communications, opening up theoretical and methodological arenas in understanding how activists plan and execute strategic communication.
Reviews Phoebe Hart's examination of documentary filmmaking in the post-COVID era. Analyzes how filmmakers can balance creative vision with subject agency while adapting to new funding models and work-life considerations.
Explores how strategic storytelling can support justice reform and second chances.