Name: How to recover from activism burnout
Uploaded: 2019-04-30T14:48:13Z
Duration: 7 min 46 s
Description: When you're feeling burned out as an activist, what's the best way to bounce back? TED Senior Fellow Yana Buhrer Tavanier explores the power of "playtivism" -- the incorporation of play and creativity into movements for social change. See how this versatile approach can spark new ideas, propel action and melt fear.

When you're feeling burned out as an activist, what's the best way to bounce back? TED Senior Fellow Yana Buhrer Tavanier explores the power of "playtivism" -- the incorporation of play and creativity into movements for social change. See how this versatile approach can spark new ideas, propel action and melt fear.

Yana Buhrer Tavanier: How to recover from activism burnout

How to recover from activism burnout

Experiment 'Beat.' reveals societal negligence towards domestic violence, contrasting reactions to noise vs. cries for help.

Activist promotes 'playtivism' as a method to rejuvenate burnt-out advocates, blending creativity with activism for social change.

Innovative projects like a pop-up bakery and a board game on dictatorship illustrate playful yet impactful activism strategies.