Toward a Living Revolution

Empowerment is central to Lakey's framework for achieving lasting democratic change through nonviolent insurrections. He presents a stage-by-stage developmental approach that enhances the effectiveness of movements. By drawing on historical best practices, Lakey illustrates how nonviolent coercion can dismantle dictatorships while fostering a revolutionary spirit that remains grounded and resilient. This method aims to cultivate deeper transformation within societies, ensuring that the changes initiated by uprisings endure over time.