Abstract
This chapter shows how young adult (YA) literature has inspired political protest and advocacy and considers these activities through a peacebuilding lens. Developing a new model of social change based on the contemporary myths of popular culture, the Harry Potter Alliance (HPA) has mobilized young fans to participate in a variety of campaigns. The use of social media and other technology by fans is an example of ‘info-peace’ (as coined by Der Derian). The Hunger Games’ series has been used in a range of political struggles from partisan US political conflicts to global human security campaigns. In addition to being used in virtual (online) activism, images and slogans from The Hunger Games’ series have also been brought into the streets in protests related to the environment, police killings, and military coups.
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