16+ ‘Social justice’ Writing Prompts
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Combatting Systemic Racism
Argue for effective methods to fight systemic racism in modern-day society.
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Immortal Activism
Invent a story in which a vampire uses his immortality to influence societal changes and fights for social justice, meanwhile battling his own monstrous instincts.
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Crumbling Infrastructure
Weave a tale about the inhabitants of a neighborhood after their local government has abandoned basic public services.
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An Unsung Hero
Write about an unsung hero from the Indian Independence movements whose stories have almost been forgotten.
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Cesar Chavez in today’s society
Picture Cesar Chavez alive and active today. How would he respond to the current issues that are impacting marginalized groups?
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Cesar Chavez: The Man
Write about your understanding of Cesar Chavez as a person and as a figure in history.
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Debating Abolition
Pretend you were a contributor to the debate on slavery in the lead-up to the American Civil War.
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Gentrification Grief
Weave a tale focusing on a character dealing with the loss of their neighborhood to gentrification.
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Social Justice Champion
Imagine being a key figure in a social justice movement of your interest. Write about the challenges and triumphs you face.
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Monster Rebellion
Write a story about a rebellion in a society of monsters where the weak monsters are sick of being bullied by stronger ones.
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Capital Punishment in Modern Societies
Argue for or against the use of the death penalty in the 21st century.
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Dwarven Politics
Write a narrative around Orzammar’s caste-based society and a potential rebellion against it.
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Voice of the Oppressed
Examine an issue of social justice from the perspective of a character who experiences oppression themselves.
