This is an organized movement of people who oppose fascism and its ideologies. The movement seeks to protect democracy and human rights by actively opposing fascism in all its forms. It works to raise awareness of the dangers of fascism and to promote solidarity among those who oppose it. The movement also works to support
Anti-fascism is a political movement in opposition to fascist ideologies, groups and individuals. Beginning in European countries in the 1920s, it was at its most significant shortly before and during World War II, where the Axis powers were opposed by many countries forming the Allies of World War II and dozens of resistance movements worldwide. Anti-fascism has been an element of movements across the political spectrum and holding many different political positions such as anarchism, communism, pacifism, republicanism, social democracy, socialism and syndicalism as well as centrist, conservative, liberal and nationalist viewpoints.