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3D-Printed Armor Pendants

These Activist-Inspired Pendants Support Afghan Women's Rights

— December 5, 2015 — Art & Design
Inspired by activist and artist Kubra Khademi, these pendants of armor fight for Afghan women's rights and represent the mistreatment and violence that many must endure. The courageous artist wore a metal suit of armor in the streets of Afghanistan, representing the one she wished she had owned as a child. She walked among a group of angry men for as long as she felt safe, which sadly lasted just eight minutes until she had to flee.

On the other side of the world, in an effort to support Kubra, small 3D-printed versions of these suits of armor were created by Jeremy Burnich, founder of the Joy Complex Firm. These beautiful medallions are sold with part of the proceeds supporting a group that raises awareness for Afghan women's rights. The strong pendants are small but meaningful and can be hung on the end of a necklace, as charms on a bracelet or as a simple reminder of the strength that these women have.
Trend Themes
1. 3D Printing for Social Activism - 3D printing serves as a tool for social activism, allowing the creation of symbolic items with a powerful message like the 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights.
2. Fashion as a Medium for Representing Social Issues - Fashion is increasingly being used as a medium to represent and raise awareness about social issues, as seen in the activist-inspired 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights.
3. The Power of Symbolism for Activism - The success of the 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights highlights the power of symbolic representation in activism and its ability to raise awareness and evoke emotion.
Industry Implications
1. 3D Printing Technology - The 3D printing industry has the opportunity to not only create tangible products, but also contribute to social causes and activism, as seen in the 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights.
2. Fashion and Jewelry Industry - The fashion and jewelry industry can take on a role in representing social issues and raising awareness, as exemplified in the 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights.
3. Social Activism and Non-profit Organizations - Social activism and non-profit organizations can leverage innovative technologies and creative mediums, such as 3D printing and fashion, to raise awareness and support for important causes, as seen with the 3D-printed armor pendants for Afghan women's rights.
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