Feb 20 2024 28 mins
Throughout history, there have been so many different methods people have used to affect change in the world, from peaceful protests to revolutions that are anything but quiet. But one of the methods that has risen to prominence over the last century or so is “craftivism”: a word that combines craft and activism. Charlotte talks all about craftivism in today's episode, from the banners made by the Suffragettes to more modern campaigns for high street chains to pay their employees a living wage.
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References for This Episode:
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- Craftivist Collective
- Craftivism: How Gentle Protest Is Helping The World One Stitch At A Time (Nest Creative Spaces)
- Knitting for Good! by Betsy Greer
- Hunger strikes and handkerchiefs (RCP Museum)
- How a gentle protest with hand-embroidered hankies helped bring higher wages for retail employees (TED)
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