Strategic nonviolence

Strategic nonviolence is a method of creating change by deliberately choosing peaceful actions—such as protests, marches, and civil disobedience—aimed at weakening an unjust system or authority. Unlike spontaneous demonstrations, it involves careful planning, discipline, and a clear goal to maximize moral impact and minimize harm. The strategy seeks to undermine oppressive power structures by gaining public support, pressuring decision-makers, and building social momentum, ultimately leading to lasting reform without violence or conflict.