digital activism -- sexual assault and rape culture on college campus
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Michael’s digital activism project
Topic / issue:
Rape culture and sexual assault on college campuses
What is rape culture?
Rape culture is a term that was coined by feminists in the United States in the
1970’s. It was designed to show the ways in which society blamed victims of
sexual assault and normalized male sexual violence.
History/based on
#NoRedTape - “We are working to end sexual violence and rape culture at Columbia University, and fighting for transformative, sustainable, survivor-centered solutions.”
#CarryThatWeight - Columbia University as well. Carrying a mattress around to symbolize the weight of the grief and emotions carried by victims while their perpetrator remained on campus
My project: #WarnOurGuys
● Makes the hashtag usable
Foreseen impacts
Foreseen impacts
Success:
I have gotten more than 50 matches with guys who have looked at my profile and decide to swipe right. I take this as a positive because I know they are looking and want to voice their opinion through a message. Or they just agree with the message. I think it is successful.