Toward an Ecology of Tactics

A truly diverse tactical repertoire encompasses electoral politics, mutual aid networks, guerrilla gardening, direct action, street protests, cultural interventions, and countless other approaches. Each operates according to its own logic, targets different pressure points in systems of power, and appeals to different participants. Understanding this broader horizon of tactics and how they complement, conflict with, and amplify one another is essential for building movements capable of addressing complex social challenges.

We invite you to discuss the concept of Ecology of Tactics - an idea that diversifying tactical arsenal can greatly benefit a movement for social change.
Please take a look at the article Toward an Ecology of Tactics, which will be the starting point for our discussion.

Please take a bit of time to reflect on these questions:

1. What tactics appeal to you personally, and which did you participate in?
2. Which movements did you see use diverse tactics, and did it help them?
3. Which tactics do you reject or are critical of?
4. Do you have disagreements with this approach, if so - why?

We hope you come with an open mind and eagerness to learn from one another and to share your experiences and thoughts!