الساورة للدراسات الانسانية والاجتماعية
Volume 12, Numéro 1, Pages 444-463
2026-06-12

The Transformation Of Civil Society Role In The Digital Era: From Traditional Action To Networked Action

Authors : Fairouz Haniche .

Abstract

The contemporary world is undergoing a profound transformation driven by the digital revolution, which has reshaped various aspects of social, economic, and political life. Digitalization has become a key factor in redefining the ways individuals and organizations interact and operate. Civil society has influenced by these changes, shifting from traditional field-based action to networked action that relies on digital platforms and social media as new spaces for mobilization, advocacy, and influence. The importance of this topic lies in its reflection of the deep transformation of civil actors’ roles. The digital sphere has created opportunities to enhance participation and transparency, yet it has also introduced challenges related to credibility, data protection, and the dominance of major digital corporations.

Keywords

Civil Society ; , Digitalization ; Role ; , Networked action ; Digital era