Online Activism and Mobilization Among University Students

Abstract

The  majority  of  the  population  falls within  the  23-25  age  bracket,  constituting  52%  of  the total.  Finally,  the  25-30  age  group  constitutes  the  smallest  percentage  at  12%,  indicating  a smaller proportion of individuals in the older age range. The data indicates that males make up  the  majority,constituting  65%  of  the  total  population  or  sample.  Conversely,  females account  for  35%  of  the  population  or  sample,  indicating  a  smaller  proportion  compared  to males. The majority of the population falls within the 3rd year category, constituting 51% of the total. Lastly, the 4th year category constitutes the smallest percentage at 10%, suggesting a smaller proportion of individuals in their final year of study. The data displayed the urban regions make up the majority, constituting 52% of the total. Conversely, rural regions account for  48%  of  the  population,  indicating  a  substantial  portion  but  less  than  urban  areas.  The platforms  used,  31%  of  the  population  are  involved  in  using  online  platforms  for  activism. However, the data also indicates some barriers, with 11% of the population facing obstacles to engaging  in  online  activism.  Starting  with  attitudes  towards  online  activism,  45%  of  the population  holds  certain  beliefs  or  feelings  about  online  activism.  Despite  this,  there  is recognition of the importance of online activism in social change, with 15% of the population acknowledging its significance. Participation in offline activism stands at 18%, indicating that a portion of the population is actively involved in traditional, non-digital forms of activism such  as  protests,  marches,  or  community  organizing.  Social  networks  play  a  role  in mobilization for 21% of the population.  The majority of individuals, at 71%, engage in online activism frequently. Regarding the platforms used for online activism, 29% of the population is  involved.  Environmental  activism  appears  to  be  the  most  prevalent,  with  41%  of  the population involved. The "Other" category, representing 5% of the population, indicates that there  are  additional  causes  individuals  are  involved  withthat  are  not  explicitly  listed.  The most prominent motivation, cited by 56% of the population, is the desire for social change  Additionally, academic or professional goals serve as a motivation for 9% of the population. The most common barrier, cited by 44% of the population, is time constraints