Craftivism: Gentle Protest Four Thought
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- Society & Culture
Sarah Corbett explains the power of 'craftivism', a form of activism which uses craft to create gentle protest. Activists craft objects which communicate respectful messages calling for social change. She explains how words embroidered on a handkerchief, for example, can be just as effective as louder forms of protest.
Presenter: Olly Mann
Producer: Sheila Cook
Sarah Corbett explains the power of 'craftivism', a form of activism which uses craft to create gentle protest. Activists craft objects which communicate respectful messages calling for social change. She explains how words embroidered on a handkerchief, for example, can be just as effective as louder forms of protest.
Presenter: Olly Mann
Producer: Sheila Cook
23 min