die Bürgerinitiative
Translation
citizens' initiative, civic action group
Examples
Eine Bürgerinitiative kämpft gegen den Bau der Autobahn.
A citizens' initiative is fighting against the construction of the motorway.
Er gründete eine Bürgerinitiative für mehr Grünflächen.
He founded a citizens' initiative for more green spaces.
Grammar Patterns
a citizens' initiative for ((sth.)) The citizens' initiative for the park was successful.
a citizens' initiative against ((sth.)) They founded a citizens' initiative against the factory.
Similar Words
Protestgruppe (protest group), Interessengemeinschaft (interest group)
Etymology
Composed of 'Bürger' (citizen) and 'Initiative' (initiative).
Memory Tips
Picture citizens taking the *initiative* to change something in their community.