Abstract:

Various discussions on globalization focus on the direction of globalization and its results. In this process, many formations have been defined with the actions they exhibit. In the groups defined as globalization opposing, points of objects are on the form of globalization. However, when analysing the wishes theyexpress, it will be seen that such formations are for alternative globalization rather than globalization opposing formations. Those who oppose globalization, also known as alternative globalization supporters, make use of bottom up globalization concept as a concept expressing their views and express themselves as activists. Among such formations can be considered ATTAC, World Social Form, Greenpeace.

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