Turning on the we-mode: a systematic review on joint action principles for promoting collective pro-environmental engagement.

ABSTRACT: Collective pro-environmental engagement of communities is vital for addressing climate change through system-wide transformations. To promote such engagement, individuals must go beyond their immediate personal interests, requiring activation and promotion of pro-social behaviors. In this review we aimed to explore joint action as a way to "boost" collective action approaches beyond specific frontrunner groups. In recent years, joint action (i.e., social interaction whereby individuals coordinate their actions to bring about a change in the environment.) has received significant attention as an approach that can bring about various pro-social behaviors. We conducted a systematic literature review to identify the pro-social outcomes associated with joint action and discuss its potential to

SUBMITTER: Sarabi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12568691 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature