In order to create modern versions of protest posters similar to the women's workshops, I looked at 3 feminist issues of today to work to.
Tampon Tax
A very recent protest against tampon tax showed large numbers of handmade signs and slogans protesting the tax which affects women. In one it is argued 'if men had periods too there wouldn't be a tax'. This protest was promoted by many womens collective groups on social media and featured speeches from female public figures, lead by 'the pink protest'.
Consent- 'slutwalk'
In recent years a protest named the 'slutwalk' is gathered in protest of sexual assault, it's main message being that women should have no shame for their appearance and it isn't an excuse to be assaulted.
Code Pink 'Women For Peace'
'CODEPINK is a women-led grassroots organization working to end U.S. wars and militarism, support peace and human rights initiatives, and redirect our tax dollars into healthcare, education, green jobs and other life-affirming programs.' works directly with conclusion of further political/global issues that need activism including the force of 'girl power'These posters are created to go in line with the conclusion of my writing piece which draws to the readers attention the need for these feminist slogans and 'girl power', beyond the creative industry, going in to serious feminist issues worldwide.
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