The Power of Protest

Write about the role of peaceful protests in enacting change, using a recent historical event for context.

Protesting has long been a means for citizens to express dissatisfaction and demand political or societal change. With this prompt, students can explore a recent protest locally or globally, discussing its causes, impacts, and reactions. They can ask: What does peaceful protest signify? How does it influence lawmaking and societal norms? What role do I play in social movements? This prompt encourages engagement with current events, empathy, and critical examination of freedom of expression and civic responsibility.