Slacktivism
Slacktivism, a blend of "slacker" and "activism," refers to online political or social activity that requires little effort and often yields limited tangible results. It includes actions such as liking, sharing, commenting, signing online petitions, or joining online campaigns that rely on social networks rather than local organizing. The term gained prominence in the 2000s as critics contrasted easy online actions with more demanding forms of civic engagement.
Critics argue slacktivism can create the illusion of participation without meaningful impact, since digital actions may
In practice, slacktivism varies in outcome. Some campaigns remain largely online; others translate into real-world actions,
Related terms include clicktivism and hashtag activism. The concept sits within digital activism, which spans online