Picketers are individuals who protest by carrying placards or signs usually outside a building or workplace to express their demands or grievances. They are also commonly referred to as demonstrators, protesters, or strikers. Other synonyms for picketers include picket line, rally, march, sit-in, boycott, and walkout. Picketing can also be referred to as peaceful protest, civil disobedience, or nonviolent resistance. The purpose of picketing is to draw attention to important issues and demand change. Whatever term is used, picketers are a valuable tool for social change and driving conversations around important issues.