QubIT, Issue no5, Τεύχος 5ο | Page 84

In the recent years , solidarity movements have indeed emerged as powerful influencers for social change , rallying individuals around shared values and urgent issues . As a result of increasing digitalization and global interconnectedness and in connection with an increasing awareness of pressing social and environmental issues , these have gained in importance . Enabled by digital networking , these movements have gained the ability to reach a worldwide audience and attract followers within remarkably short timeframes . As a result , the focus of solidarity movements has significantly expanded into the realm of social media . Among these movements , the Fridays for Future movement has risen to prominence as a passionate advocate for urgent action to climate change and environmental sustainability . Focused on mobilizing supporters and promoting meaningful change through the strategic use of social media platforms . By this , it has mobilized millions of peoplefrom diverse background worldwide , for a sharedcall for action . Given this context , the question arises : How did the solidarity movement Fridays for Future utilize different social media platforms to garner support and achieve international recognition ?
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