8 Ways You Can Fight Economic Inequality After College

Do you have a desire to fight inequality once you have more free time when you graduate? Do you want to be better informed about economic inequality but don't know how to get started? This list gives you a wide variety of options for combatting a problem that is plaguing the United States and keeping hardworking Americans from living in equal opportunity.

1. Get Involved with Inequality for All

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Inequality for All is a documentary, website, and movement started by former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich. Download the app on your phone, host a screening and guided discussion of the film, and take a quiz on the website to learn what action steps you can take based on your occupation.

2. Read Bernie Sanders' Income and Wealth Inequality to learn about the problem

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This well-known Democrat running for President in 2016 seeks to fight many forms of inequality in the United States, but he puts an emphasis on combatting income and wealth inequality. Read Sanders' in-depth look at the problem and learn about policy changes specific to this issue.

3. Start "kicking corporate asses for the harder working classes" with The Other 98%

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The Other 98% is a nonprofit mobilizing the community of people fighting income inequality through the distribution of online petitions and informative articles. Sign petitions targeting the government and corporations to stand up against corporate greed and the power of money in U.S. politics.

4. Find customized opportunities on Idealist.org

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Idealist.org seeks to empower activists by connecting them with jobs and volunteer positions at organizations working toward the same goals they are. You can search "income inequality" on their website and be directed to unique opportunities in your area and around the country.

5. Expose economic injustice with the Southern Poverty Law Center

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SPLC "fights hate and bigotry" and "seeks justice for the most vulnerable members of our society". Their means of activism is through litigation, education, and advocacy. Inform yourself of their causes, donate, or apply to work or volunteer with the SPLC.

6. Advocate for fair, living wages with Fight For $15

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Fight for $15 seeks to raise the minimum wage in the United States to $15/an hour to "rebuild the middle class and get the economy working again". Attend a strike, sign up for emails to stay informed on the movement, and sign the petition on fightfor15.org.

7. Fight for better education opportunities for all with The Center for Education Reform

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Education is an important means of fighting economic inequality because, if done right, it is the great equalizer. However, there is unequal opportunity for a good education for children in the United States. Inform yourself, advocate for policy change, and network with leaders through The Center for Education Reform.

8. Get involved in local organizations and movements

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Go to the website of your local city hall, search for opportunities near you, or get in contact with a local college or university. No organization or effort is too small to make an impact in your community.