TED: The secret to effective nonviolent resistance | Jamila Raqib

The speaker shares personal experiences with war and advocates for nonviolent struggle as a powerful alternative to violence. Misunderstandings about nonviolent action are addressed, emphasizing that it involves more than just protests. Various methods, including those identified by Gene Sharp, are discussed, with case studies from Guatemala and Uganda illustrating successful nonviolent actions. The importance of strategy in nonviolent movements is highlighted, comparing it to military warfare. The potential for nonviolent resistance against groups like ISIS is explored, urging the development of nonviolent action to make violence obsolete.

What lesson does the speaker suggest we learn from the history of nonviolent struggle?

In what ways does the speaker suggest that nonviolent action can be more effective than military action?

What does the speaker propose as a way to make violence obsolete?