Trails Toward Social Change
The Trails Toward Social Change describe the variety of ways people can use their knowledge, skills, and talents to improve their communities.
Many of these trails overlap and intersect, which demonstrates the value of using multiple strategies when working toward social change.
Trails Toward Social Change were developed from the Pathways to Public Service and Civic Engagement, which were created by Stanford University's Haas Center for Public Service.
Explore the Trails Toward Social Change
Community Engaged Learning and Research
Connection of academic coursework and research to community-identified issues.
Community Organizing and Activism
Raising awareness about a social issue to educate and inspire action in others.
Direct Service
Addressing immediate community needs, usually through contact with the individuals or groups being served.
Philanthropy
Donating funds to causes that contribute to the common good.
Policy and Governance
Engaging in political processes, including public governance and policy shaping.
Social Entrepreneurship and Corporate Social Responsibility
Developing new solutions to existing problems using business or private sector strategies.
