George Lakey

George Lakey
Born
George Russell Lakey

(1937-11-02) November 2, 1937 (age 86)
Bangor, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Alma materCheyney University
University of Oslo
Occupation(s)Activist, sociologist, writer
Spouse
Berit Mathiesen
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(m. 1960)​

George Russell Lakey (born November 2, 1937) is an activist, sociologist, and writer who added academic underpinning to the concept of nonviolent revolution.[1] He also refined the practice of experiential training for activists which he calls "Direct Education".[2] A Quaker, he has co-founded and led numerous organizations and campaigns for justice and peace.[3]

  1. ^ "Book Review: Of Gravlax and Power Grids". Bloomberg L.P. July 7, 2016. Retrieved December 12, 2017.
  2. ^ "Key Insights from George Lakey's book, "Facilitating Group Learning" | Daryn R. Cambridge". Daryncambridge.com. December 17, 2010. Retrieved December 3, 2016.
  3. ^ "Preaching Peace and Justice: An Interview with George Lakey". afsc.org. April 9, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2016.