What is Slacktivism?

Slacktivism is used to describe activism which does not require a person to put in any great effort. Slacktivists join causes on the internet and get a feeling of satisfaction without even moving out of their chairs. It is a slightly derogatory term for meaningless causes, as opposed to activism as a crusade. A slacktivist is rarely identified with the cause and is not a flag-waving, card-carrying type.