memory activism

Memory activism involves efforts to shape how societies remember and interpret historical events, often to promote justice or acknowledgment for marginalized groups. It includes actions like creating memorials, public education campaigns, or advocating for the recognition of overlooked or traumatic histories. The goal is to influence collective memory to ensure that important experiences are remembered accurately and respectfully, fostering understanding, healing, or social change. Essentially, it’s about actively engaging with history to influence its ongoing narrative and impact.