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The abolition of slavery movement as a moral movement: ethical resources, spiritual roots, and strategies for social change. |
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Journal of Religion and Spirituality in Social Work, 31(1-2), January-June 2012, pp.150-171. |
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1542 6432 |
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1542 6440 |
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The overall aim of this article is to explore what can be learnt from the abolition of slavery movement in Britain that could be helpful in contemporary social movements, particularly the environmental movement. The abolition of slavery movement was rooted in a prophetic spirituality, an ethic of compassion and justice, and spiritual resiliency. It pioneered the development and refinement of social change tools, such as petitions and boycotts, and the strategic building of alliances; approaches that are now commonplace in social work practice and social movements. This article offers an overview of the tools and strategies of social change (network development, research, public education and communications strategies, and political advocacy and economic tactics) employed by the leaders of the abolition movement, highlighting their relevance for the current environmental justice movement. It also explores their spirituality and how this contributed to the ability of the abolition movement to continue over 5 decades. The article concludes with reflections on the role of spiritual resiliency in social work and the environmental movement. |
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advocacy; environment; leadership; public opinion; resilience; social work history; spirituality; |
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www.scie-socialcareonline.org.uk/profile.asp?guid=15f415e1-15b7-45bb-a2f7-31f039fb3fcb |
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