Compléter Hashtag Activism Fill in the BlanksVersion en ligne Fill in the Blanks game about the impact and features of hashtag activism in social media. par Cambridge College 1 online scale awareness fostering goals impact shaping social advocate spark rapidly communities issues causes discussions internet amplify voices support influence digital connectivity issues hashtags inequality abuses climate substantive institutions activism diverse gestures democratize activism Hashtag activism , also known as media activism or activism , refers to the use of hashtags on social media platforms to raise , mobilize , and for specific social or political causes . This form of activism harnesses the power of to , share information , and conversations on a global . By encouraging individuals to use designated in their posts , hashtag activism creates virtual united around common , whether it's addressing like change , human rights , or racial . One of the defining features of hashtag activism is its ability to by allowing anyone with access to participate and contribute to important . It has the potential to public opinion , hold accountable , and even policy decisions by drawing attention to pressing . While critics argue that hashtag activism may sometimes prioritize symbolic over change , it nevertheless plays a crucial role in contemporary and solidarity among groups of individuals rallying behind shared .