Boycott Movement Research Articles

The Intention to Participate in the Boycott Movement among University Students

The Intention to Participate in the Boycott Movement among University Students

Dimensions of ethical consumption: A systematic review and future outlook

AbstractUN's sustainable development goals view ethical consumption as a multi‐dimensional construct addressing production and consumption‐related sustainability challenges. The present study is the first to assimilate the five dimensions of ethical consumption—concern for environment, love of organic, preference for fair trade, regard for animal welfare, and anti‐consumption/boycott movements—in a single review. This framework‐based review using Theory‐Context‐Characteristic‐Methods (TCCM) and employing Scientific Procedures and Rationales for Systematic Literature Reviews (SPAR‐4 SLR) protocol, thoroughly synthesizes the state of knowledge, identifies research gaps and proposes directions for future research in ethical consumption. The authors review 123 articles from 2000 to 2024 sourced from SCOPUS by thoroughly examining antecedents, mediators, moderators, outcome variables, and interrelationships for all five dimensions. The authors recommend applying new consumer personality theories instead of familiar frameworks, adopting qualitative methods and longitudinal designs with multicultural and cross‐national focus, and testing novel mediation and moderation mechanisms in clarifying interrelationships.

Consumer power: Investigating boycott movements in Arab Countries

Consumer power: Investigating boycott movements in Arab Countries

Pengaruh Aktivis Mahasiswa Dalam Perubahan Sosial Politik Di Era Digital 5.0

The study explores how student activists at the Islamic State University of North Sumatra (UINSU) influence the socio-political dynamics of the digital era 5.0. This era is marked by technological advances that integrate the physical, digital, and biological worlds, thus providing a new platform for student activism. Student activists not only act as agents of change through social and political activities, but they also use digital technology to expand their influence. The research uses a survey method with structured questionnaires distributed to UINSU student activists, as well as a qualitative approach to gaining an in-depth understanding of their views, attitudes, and experiences of socio-political change. Research findings indicate that student activists effectively use social media and digital technology for campaigns and mobilization. Through social media and internet platforms, activists can quickly mobilize people and draw attention to key topics such as gender equality, climate change, and human rights on a global scale. In the digital age of 5.0, student activists can also more successfully challenge existing forces by using digital tactics, including online campaigns, digital petitions, and online boycott movements, in addition to conducting physical demonstrations in public spaces. They not only use technology as a tool of struggle, but also as a new space for building critical awareness and solidarity. However, the research also finds challenges faced by student activists, such as the spread of disinformation and hoaxes, digital gaps, and technology access. Nonetheless, student activists continue to adapt quickly and innovate to overcome these barriers. The study provides significant insights into the role of digital technology in student activism and its implications for healthy political participation in the digital age 5.0, as well as solutions to strengthen the integrity of democracy at the local level.

EXAMINING CRISIS COMMUNICATION AND ONLINE ACTIVISM IN INDONESIA: A CASE STUDY ON 2022 VOTRE PEAU

This article discusses the crisis experienced by a local beauty brand, Votre Peau, in 2022, following an internal event featuring a "best dress challenge" that was heavily criticized by netizens for being perceived as disrespectful towards Islam and women. This crisis drew condemnation from netizens and sparked an online movement to boycott or cancel the brand due to consumer dissatisfaction. The research aims to examine the crisis communication strategies employed by Votre Peau in response to online activism. Qualitative data analysis is conducted through a case study utilizing concepts from digital activism and image repair theory by William L. Benoit. The analysis findings indicate that Votre Peau implemented image repair strategies by providing open clarifications and apologies on social media. Despite these efforts, disgruntled consumers feel that the approach was ineffective and continued the cancel culture movement against Votre Peau. An intriguing aspect is the slactivism paradox, which shows a decline in the trend of the boycott movement simultaneously with the decrease in its virality. This article contributes to underscores the importance of crisis communication strategies as rapid dialogue dissemination in digital media can profoundly impact the company's or brand’s reputation. Therefore, having a good crisis communication strategy is crucial for addressing various situations, especially in digital era like today.

Reviving the Essence of Jihad in the Contemporary Era: Advocating Struggle and Solidarity for Palestine Through Boycott of Pro-Israel Products

The humanitarian plight of the Palestinian people is stirring global sympathy, resulting in various forms of support. Among these actions is the pro-Israel boycott movement, endorsed by Muslim scholars and intellectuals through the issuance of fatwas. Therefore, this research analyzes the conceptualization of boycotting pro-Israel products within the framework of Islamic Jihad. The literature discussing the concept of boycotts in Islam and the product movement for humanity is explored using library research methodology. The results show that contemporary Jihad includes military, political, economic, and boycott efforts. In addition, the movement is developed as a manifestation of Jihad against injustice and human rights violations according to individual capacities and circumstances. This research positions boycotts as a novel facet of Jihad in the modern era, contributing to the multifaceted nature beyond traditional warfare paradigms.

Unveiling the impact of consumer animosity and risk perception on tourists’ decision-making

This study examines the impact of diplomatic tensions between South Korea and Japan on tourist decision-making, with a focus on consumer animosity and risk perception. The results indicate that both factors significantly influence attitudes toward visiting Japan, with consumer animosity and avoidance having a direct negative and positive effect, respectively. Consistent with previous research, this study emphasizes the critical role of consumer animosity within the theory of planned behavior framework, highlighting the influential roles of travel attitudes and perceived behavioral control. Specifically, it stresses the importance of considering both cognitive and affective risk perceptions in the context of consumer boycotts and the political instability of destinations. Furthermore, it highlights the key role of tourists’ attitudes toward traveling to Japan, suggesting the need for Japan to prioritize risk management amid the ongoing boycott movement. The study reveals the nuanced role of perceived behavioral control, which has a stronger effect on avoidance intentions than on visit intentions due to anti-purchase movements and negative sentiments at the destination in scenarios of hedonic consumption with high risk and uncertainty.

The Calcutta Marwaris and the Swadeshi Movement: In the Context of Boycott and Swadeshi Politics (1905-1907)

At the dawn of the 20th century, an organized struggle against the partition of Bengal significantly influenced the trajectory of Indian politics. The Swadeshi movement engendered political extremism within the realm of Indian nationalism, leading a contingent of educated Bengalis to take up arms against British rule. In these circumstances, Bengali leaders adopted the policies of 'Boycott' and 'Swadeshi' to undermine British economic interests in Bengal. This paper seeks to explore the role played by the Marwari community of Calcutta in the anti-partition movement of 1905. During that era, the Marwaris were integral to the European trading system. They procured raw materials from various parts of the country for export and served as distributors of foreign products in the local market. Marwari traders were aligned with the British in the realm of commerce. Given this context, it is natural to question how the Marwari traders of Calcutta reacted to the boycott of foreign goods. What if we were to uncover, albeit sparingly, instances of Marwaris supporting the anti-partition boycott movement in history? This paper aims to address the following questions to comprehend the involvement of Calcutta's Marwaris in the 1905 Swadeshi Movement. Firstly, to what extent did the policy of boycotting foreign goods succeed within the Swadeshi movement? Secondly, what was the impact of the 'Boycott' and 'Swadeshi' policies on the Calcutta Marwaris? And thirdly, did the Calcutta Marwaris indeed participate in the Swadeshi Movement, and if so, what motivated their involvement? Most prevailing studies have dismissed the participation of the Marwari Community of Calcutta in the Swadeshi movement. This paper aims to uncover the answers to these questions and shed light on the extent of the Marwari community of Calcutta's involvement in the Swadeshi movement.

Socio-religious behavior on consumption pattern during Israel and Palestine conflict in Muslim society

The changes in consuption patterns triggered by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the pro-Israel boycott movement in Indonesia are important since they show the influence of socio-religious values on cunsumers behavior and the resulting impacts on companies and the workforce. Previous studies primarily focused on analyzing the causes and implications of the conflict, and paid insufficient attention to the socio-religious behavior perspective in changing consumption patterns. This study includes boycott actions, the social and religious characteristics of both pro and con movements, and the involvement of state institutions in responding to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The desk research method is used by collecting data through digital media analysis, including online news, social media, and library research. The findings of this study include the internalization of social religious values as a driving force for boycott actions, moral considerations influencing the defense of opinions in society, and the involvement of major powers in strenghtening the boycott movement. The uniqueness of this study lies in its in-depth approach to religious social behavior in the context of changing consumption patterns amidst armed conflict.

CAPITALIZING ON THE BOYCOTT WAVE: STRATEGIES FOR MUSLIM ENTREPRENEURS TO SEIZE MARKET OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE BOYCOTT OF PRO-ISRAEL PRODUCTS

In an era marked by increasing geopolitical tensions and consumer activism, the boycott of products associated with certain political stances, such as those supporting Israel, has created unique market voids and opportunities. This paper explores strategic avenues for Muslim entrepreneurs to capitalize on these emerging market gaps. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, combining qualitative insights from expert interviews and quantitative market analysis, this study identifies key areas where Muslim entrepreneurs can effectively intervene and thrive. The findings reveal that the boycott movement has led to a demand shift in various sectors, including food, technology, and apparel, presenting ripe opportunities for alternative products and services. This paper proposes a framework for Muslim entrepreneurs to identify these opportunities, develop culturally and ethically aligned products, and employ targeted marketing strategies to capture and expand their market presence. The study not only contributes to the existing literature on market strategies in politically charged environments but also provides practical guidelines for entrepreneurs seeking to navigate and leverage these complex market dynamics. The implications of this research extend beyond immediate market opportunities, suggesting a broader role for entrepreneurial ventures in shaping economic landscapes amidst political and social upheavals.

THE IMPACT OF THE BOYCOTT MOVEMENT ON ISRAELI PRODUCTS ON BRAND PERCEPTION AMONG MUSLIM CONSUMERS: AN ANALYSIS OF BRAND IMAGE AND CUSTOMER LOYALTY

This article examines the impact of the boycott movement against Israeli products on brand perception and customer loyalty among Muslim consumers, primarily through an extensive literature review. It investigates how the socio-political context of the boycott influences Muslim consumers' perceptions and attitudes towards these brands. The study synthesizes findings from various scholarly articles, reports, and case studies to understand the dynamics between political activism and consumer behavior. Key insights reveal a notable shift in brand image and loyalty, underscoring the critical role of political and ethical considerations in shaping consumer choices. This comprehensive analysis contributes to the broader discourse on consumer behavior in politically sensitive environments and offers strategic insights for businesses in managing brand reputation amidst socio-political challenges.

Implementation of Naïve Bayes Algorithm in Sentiment Analysis of Twitter Social Media Users Regarding Their Interest to Pay the Tax

Since 2008, tax revenue has failed to reach the target set in the State Budget each year. Until 2021, tax revenue managed to reach the target that had been targeted in the 2021 state budget. In the midst of improving tax revenue, towards the end of February 2023, a case involving the son of a Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) that made the father called by the Corruption Eradication Commission (CEC) to be asked for an explanation of his assets. After the case, there were many calls in the community to stop paying taxes, which was assessed by Tauhid Ahmad as Executive Director of Indef as a form of decreased trust in tax collecting institutions. This can affect the amount of revenue from taxes because trust in the government is one of the factors that tend to affect public compliance in paying taxes. Which can affect the amount of revenue from taxes because trust in the government is one of the factors that tend to affect public compliance in paying taxes. One of the crowded calls is the pros and cons of the tax boycott movement on Twitter. With the pros and cWith the pros and cons of the movement that can affect tax revenues on Twitter social media, an assessment based on sentiment analysis is needed which is divided into positive, neutral, or negative categories. Sentiment analysis in this research is carried out using three variations of Naïve Bayes assisted by the TF-IDF word weighting model, namely Gaussian Naïve Bayes, Multinomial Naïve Bayes, and Bernoulli Naïve Bayes. Then Confussion Matrix is used to evaluate the model by obtaining the accuracy, precission, recall, and f1-score values and the use of Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) to handle unbalanced data. The results of this study on unbalanced data, the implementation of Bernoulli Naïve Bayes using the SMOTE technique on a dataset comparison of 80:20 resulted in better performance than the variations of Gaussian and Multinomial Naïve Bayes with accuracy results of 91.03%, precision, 71.11%, recall 71.43%, and f1-score of 71.18%.

ISRAELI POLICIES TOWARD INTERNATIONAL BOYCOTT MOVEMENT (BDS) 2009-2019

This study sought to understand the nature of the "Israeli" policies toward the international boycott movement (BDS), - Recognising the laws that Israel has taken to undermine and weaken the international boycott movement (BDS). The researchers relied on the descriptive analytical approach in interpreting the Israeli policies in confronting the international boycott movement (BDS); it also relied on the decision-making approach to understand and explain the nature of Israeli Policies Toward the International Boycott Movement (BDS). The researchers arrived at several results; the most important of which is, The Occupation tried to prosecute and distort the movement. Still, it continues to maintain its presence, impact, and expansion. The study recommends maintaining the international boycott movement (BDS) away from political polarisation and formulating a media discourse that refutes the "Israeli" accusations while paying attention to social media sites and opening up new work areas and spheres of influence. The study also sees the importance of establishing a legal framework to face.

The Palestinians, Israel, and BDS

Abstract Israel and the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement (BDS) have been in conflict within one another for nearly two decades. In this article we compare trajectories of Palestinian-led BDS mobilization and Israeli-led counter-mobilization by deploying two theoretical perspectives, a rationalist, strategic learning model and a political competition model. We find that the difference in balance of power on each side between state and civil society led to strategic convergence by Israel in its counter-BDS efforts but not (yet at any rate) on the Palestinian side. We locate BDS as an example of a transnational boycott movement and identify patterns in its conflict with Israel observed in association with other such movements. Our analysis leads to an explanation of why both sides see the battles between them taking place in the United States and Europe as particularly crucial.

»Linker Antisemitismus« oder »Antisemitismus unter Linken«?

Abstract Actually, there is no potential for anti-Semitism in leftist ideology, since ethnic or religious identity characteristics are not supposed to play a role there. Nevertheless, there were and are anti-Semitic attitudes among leftists. A look at the German left in the past and present makes this clear: As early as in Marxʼs writings, anti-Semitic stereotypes can be detected. The Communist Party in the Weimar Republic also instrumentalized such stereotypes. And in the Communist organizations in the Federal Republic of Germany, anti-Israel views often had an anti-Semitic background. This also applies to the autonomous movement or the left-wing terrorism of the 1970s to 1980s. Nowadays, such attitudes can be observed in protest movements critical of capitalism, but also among the supporters of the BDS boycott movement. However, it is necessary to differentiate: A one-sided hostility towards Israel can, but does not have to be an expression of an anti-Semitic position.

No Beer No Friends: Quantifying the Effect of the Beer Boycott*

We study the impact of the boycott on Japanese products, initiated in July, 2019, in the Korean beer market. First, sales of japanese beer decreased by more than 70 percent during the 14‐month boycott period in the data. Second, the decrease in Japanese beer sales mostly reflected an increase in domestic beer sales. Lastly, the intensity of the boycott's effect has remained strong and stable despite a substantial decrease in traditional media coverage since the outbreak of the boycott movement. Our empirical findings suggest that political tensions can change market outcomes and negatively affect international trade for an extended period.

The Boycott Movement Against the American Singer Manufacturing Company in İzmir and its Neighbourhood (1910-1911)

Bu çalışmanın amacı 1910-1911 yıllarında İzmir ve havalisinde Amerikan Singer Manufacturing Company’e (SMC) karşı başlayan boykotu irdelemek olarak tanımlanır. Çalışmada Singer boykotu çerçevesinde yabancılara yönelen tepki ve bunun İzmir ve çevresindeki etkileri de incelendi. Osmanlı Devleti’nde ilk boykot 1908’de Bosna-Hersek’in Avusturya tarafından ilhakı sebebiyle başladı. Bilahare Girit meselesinden dolayı 1910-1911’de Yunan boykotu ortaya çıktı. Yunan boykotunun bir uzantısı olarak 1910’da Aydın vilayetinde, Amerikan SMC’ye karşı da bir boykot zuhur etti. Boykotun sebebi şirketin çalışanlarının büyük bölümünün Yunanlı olmasıydı. İzmir Boykotaj Cemiyeti, şirketin Yunan uyruklu çalışanlarının işten çıkarılmasını istedi. SMC, Osmanlı topraklarındaki işlerinin aksayacağı gerekçesiyle çalışanlarını korudu. Neticede İzmir ve havalisinde ve bilahare Ayvalık’ta şirkete karşı boykot başladı. Boykot, Amerikan Sefareti ile Osmanlı bürokratik makamları arasında gerginliğe yol açtı. SMC’ye yönelik boykot Amerika’ya bir tepki olmaktan daha ziyade Yunan boykotu çerçevesinde değerlendirilmelidir. Çalışmanın temel kaynaklarını Cumhurbaşkanlığı Devlet Arşivleri Başkanlığı Osmanlı Arşivi belgeleri ve dönemin süreli yayınları oluşturmuştur.

Der israelbezogene Antisemitismus und die Gratwanderung einer nicht-antisemitischen ‚Israelkritik‘ – Versuch einer demokratietheoretischen Mediation

ZusammenfassungDie wichtige Debatte um den israelbezogenen Antisemitismus ist aktuell in eine Sackgasse geraten. Um zur Versachlichung der wissenschaftlich-öffentlichen Diskussion beizutragen, schlägt der vorliegende Artikel eine Differenzierung von subjektiv bewussten und unbewussten antisemitischen Ressentiments vor und bettet diese Unterscheidung in ein demokratietheoretisches Argument ein. Vor dem Hintergrund eines Demokratiebegriffs, der die komplexe Koexistenz von Einheit und Pluralität in demokratischen Gesellschaften ebenso impliziert wie das grundsätzliche Spannungsverhältnis zwischen Religion und Volksherrschaft, wird es dabei nicht nur möglich, den Staat Israel in nicht-antisemitischer Weise als jüdisches Kollektiv zu reflektieren, sondern auch einschlägige Aporien im Nahostkonflikt zu veranschaulichen. Auf dieser Basis erfolgt eine ausgewogene Auseinandersetzung mit dem von Kritiker:innen lancierten Apartheidvorwurfs gegenüber der israelischen Regierung sowie eine Einschätzung der palästinensischen Boykottbewegung BDS.

What drives Muslims to boycott French brands? The moderating role of brand judgement and counterargument

PurposeThis study aims to investigate some factors that might drive Muslims in Indonesia to get involved in a French brands boycott movement by examining the moderating role of brand judgment and counterargument.Design/methodology/approachAn online survey has been conducted to 1,063 respondents from all over Indonesia. The respondents are selected using the purposive sampling technique. The model is assessed using covariance-based structural equation modeling, which includes the assessment of measurement and structural model. An interaction moderation technique is applied to examine the effect of moderators on the structural model.FindingsThis study shows that the French brand boycott is strongly affected by consumer animosity, perceived efficacy and subjective norms. Moreover, this study also found that the effect of animosity on boycott intention is dampened by brand judgment and counterargument.Practical implicationsFirst, multinational companies are advised to be careful in creating a campaign. They should avoid sensitive words or the use of specific figures or places highly respected by Muslims. A sensitive campaign might spread hatred, and it is directly connected with the boycott movement based on history. Second, it is pivotal for multinational companies to focus more on product or brand values instead of controversial issues. Finally, multinational companies are also advised to strengthen brand love. When brand love is strong, it is difficult for them to stop patronizing the brand or even switch to other brands.Originality/valuePrior studies’ findings are still inconclusive in explaining some factors that lead to the success of a boycott call-to-action. Therefore, this study contributes to boycott literature by revealing the importance of brand judgment and counterargument to moderate consumer animosity and boycott intention link.

Role of women in Swadeshi and boycott movement

In 1905, Lord Curzon decided to divide Bengal, the biggest center of nationalism, on 16 October to destroy Indian unity. The anti-dissolution leaders made a public announcement of celebrating "National Day of Mourning" on that day. The idea of running a Swadeshi and boycott movement at the time of the partition movement was first raised in the mind of Gopal Rao Deshmukh of Poona. Who was known as Lokhitwadi. He started the promotion of Swadeshi for the protection of Indian rural industries only in the decade of 1840-50. In the beginning of the decade of 1870-80, Mahadev Ranade propagated Swadeshi through his lectures and articles. The work of spreading it in the society was done by his wife Ramabai Ranade and her associates.