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Mass Mobilization in the Modern Era: Introducing the Opposition Movements and Groups (OMG) Dataset, 1789-2019
Marianne Dahl1, Sirianne Dahlum1,2, Hanne Fjelde1,3
1Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO), Oslo, Norway.
Comparative Political Studies
|August 1, 2026
Summary
The Opposition Movements and Groups (OMG) dataset offers extensive global data on 1452 mass mobilization movements from 1789-2019. This resource aids research into movement evolution, tactics, and impact on political institutions.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Political Science
- Sociology
Background:
- Mass mobilization movements are central to social science inquiry.
- Understanding their evolution and impact on political institutions is crucial.
- Existing datasets have limitations in scope and coverage.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce the Opposition Movements and Groups (OMG) dataset.
- Provide a comprehensive resource for studying mass mobilization.
- Facilitate research on movement characteristics and their influence.
Main Methods:
- Compilation of data on 1452 mass mobilization movements globally.
- Data spans from 1789 to 2019.
- Includes information on goals, duration, size, tactics, ideology, and composition.
Main Results:
- The OMG dataset documents key trends in movement characteristics since the French Revolution.
- New insights are provided on the relationship between nonviolent movements and democratization.
- The dataset's validity, reliability, and complementarity to existing resources are discussed.
Conclusions:
- The OMG dataset is a valuable and extensive resource for social scientists.
- It enables deeper analysis of mass mobilization dynamics and outcomes.
- Facilitates comparative research on political change and social movements.
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