# Activism needs introverts

- Institution: TED
- Department: TEDxYouth@Bath
- Speaker: Sarah Corbett
- Year: 2016
- Level: For everyone
- Language: English
- Subjects: Art, architecture and design
- Source: [TED](https://www.ted.com/talks/sarah_corbett_activism_needs_introverts)
- Licence: [CC BY-NC-ND 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/) (Non-commercial use only, and no changed versions.)
- Who can watch: Tweens profiles and older (sources give no ratings; placed by Invisible Network from the source's own words)

For the introverts among us, traditional forms activism like marches, protests and door-to-door canvassing can be intimidating and stressful. Take it from Sarah Corbett, a former professional campaigner and self-proclaimed introvert. She introduces us to "craftivism," a quieter form of activism that uses handicrafts as a way to get people to slow down and think deeply about the issues they're facing, all while engaging the public more gently. Who says an embroidered handkerchief can't change the world?

## Lectures

1. [Activism needs introverts](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/ted/sarah_corbett_activism_needs_introverts/54b412b08cf5), 14 min (TED's player)