Mainstream institutions

Mainstream institutions refer to established organizations and systems that are widely recognized and accepted within society. These include government bodies, educational systems, banks, media outlets, and healthcare organizations that play crucial roles in everyday life. They shape policies, provide information, and deliver services that affect the public. Mainstream institutions often set standards, norms, and values that guide behavior and interaction in a community, influencing how individuals and groups operate within society. Their prominence can contribute to the stability and continuity of social structures, but they can also be challenged by alternative movements advocating for change.