To turn genuine social unrest into a sterilized, branded spectacle that reinforces the status quo.
Co-opt activist aesthetics and language to launch government-sanctioned "youth movements" and "freedom rallies" that are heavy on merchandise and slogans but empty of substantive policy demands.
Facilitation,Project Management,Community Organizing
Protests held; high participation; increased merchandise sales.
Public backlash; loss of authenticity; low engagement.
Regulatory Approval,Community Consent
Digital Platforms,Materials Budget,Meeting Spaces
Monitor public sentiment; adjust protest strategy; provide authentic engagement opportunities.
