Convergence of struggles
“The convergence of struggles refers to a strategy of organizing and mobilizing social movements centered on building bridges between different causes with a view to escalating means of pressure against a common enemy." [1]
“In the context of the climate crisis, convergence makes it possible to analyze the climate crisis in a broader context." -Mostafa Henaway
“Convergence can exist without a coalition or common front. [...] It is to look at an issue from several angles." -Sau Mei Chiu
Why converge?
In a webinar offered in French by the HUB, Marouane Joundi discusses the strategic and moral arguments for a convergence of struggles. A thorough explanation can be found in their research report.
The main arguments:
1. What we fight is coordinated and united.
2. Collectively, we are stronger.
3. Collectively, we can create political opportunities.
4. Convergence allows for a true diversity of tactics.
5. Converge allows a symbolic force through unexpected alliances
How to achieve real convergence?
“The movement will go nowhere if it is not anti-racist. He will hit a wall: he will not question power." -Mostafa Henaway
"We must focus on the most marginalized people who are within racialized groups [...] Ask ourselves who are the most marginalized to build a convergence around these people." -
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