Julius Davis social movement started on inspiration and a very clear vision of his life and his position in his community. He went from stoner  to President of the U.S Student Association, inspired by Malcolm X speech “The Ballot or the Bullet”; his whole concept about studying changed and he enrolled in college, thirsty to read and learn more.  Loeb describes “Julius picture of himself and his vision of what he world could be emerged as he acted.” (Loeb, 1999, p.66).

Alison Smith, a simple Connecticut housewife, was inspired to attend a town meeting when a developer broke the rules about the wetland regulations. Alison took the first step of involvement just by attending the meeting and speaking out about her concern, and she found out other neighbors were thinking the same thing.  This meeting would be the first of many activists activities and it only took her involvement and vision to make the other social movements, sustainable.

Meredith Segal , like other activists started to be involved in  her community, recognizing the issues and find solutions one at the time. When she attended college, she created a Facebook page on Barack Obama, to support his campaign. Friends joined, and people continued to reach out on Facebook. This is an example of determination and conviction Meredith had about her believes, resulting in people joining her cause, who at the same time had same ideas but could not start on their own.

The three leaders of these social movements have three things in common: regular citizens with  sense of community involvement,  and strong conviction of her own values.

Loeb, P. (1999 (2nd ed.)). Soul of a citizen, Living with conviction in challenging times. New York NY: St, Martin's Griffin.