The top July 2020 activism trends reflect changing times and momentum created by a new generation of activists. In recent weeks, heightened activism focused on the Black Lives Matter movement has seen brands launching resources to increase the visibility of Black-owned businesses and amplify the voices of Black creators. With people protesting—and showing up for virtual protest events—all over the world, issues related to safety and anonymity are being brought to light with face-obscuring masks and digital tools.
For Pride Month 2020, this year's celebrations are may be looking and feeling different this year as people gather from afar for virtual events, although many brands are releasing products in support of the LGBTQ+ community all the same.
Top 35 Activism Trends in July
From Philanthropic Gen Z Brands to Virtual Protest Events:
Laura McQuarrie — Aug 18, 2020 — Social Good
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Diversity-Focused Search Updates
Pexels Updated Its Search Algorithm to Increase LGBTQ+ Visibility
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Blurring Anti-Facial Recognition Masks
The Surveillance Exclusion Mask Protects Your Identity
33
Charitable Call-Out Apparel Lines
André 3000 is Raising Funds for the Black Lives Matter Movement
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Philanthropic Gen Z Brands
Favored Nations Mobilizes Gen Z to Support Important Issues
31
LGBTQ+ Support Initiatives
The Better Skin Co. is Matching Customer Donations in June
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Customizable On-the-Go Beauty Tools
The Ready Set Jet Beauty Baton Collection is Multi-Tasking
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Virtual Protest Events
Anti-Racist Campaigners Launched a Digital Black Lives Matter Protest
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Empowering Virtual Protests
The London-Based BLM Organization Launched a Virtual Protest
27
Collaborative Justice Graphic Tees
Cherry Los Angeles Taps Wasted Youth, Carrots, & More for a Tee
26
POC-Focused Therapy Cards
The My Therapy Cards Were Designed by a Black Female Psychologists
25
Charitable Limited Edition Prints
Takashi Murakami's Prints are Expected to Hit $1 Million for BLM
24
Justice-Themed Safety Designs
Born x Raised Launched the No Justice, No Peace Collection for BLM
23
Identity-Protecting Camera Apps
Anonymous Camera Strips Photos & Videos of Identifying Information
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Racism-Fighting Charitable Tees
1017 ALYX 9SM Launches the Minimal Anti-Racist Action T-Shirt
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Congress-Callout CSR Iniatitives
IBM Emb(race) Calls on Congress to Ensure Racial Equality
20
Charitable Artwork Auctions
Micah Spear Hosts an Instagram Auction to Support Black Foundations
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Curated Protest Sign Collections
The Smithsonian is Collecting Black Lives Matter Protest Signs
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Social Media Page Takeovers
The #SHARETHEMICNOW Campaign Amplifies the Voices of Black Women
17
Charitable Skincare Kits
Proceeds from Herbivore Botanicals' Prism Pride Kit Will Be Donated
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Artistic 3D Activist Scans
Débora Silva Creates 3D Scans of People Who Protested in London
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Awareness-Centric Donation Campaigns
IISE Announces That 100% of Profit Donations Will Go to Blm
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Black Filmmaker Collections
The Criterion Collection Introduced its Black Lives Collection
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Virtual Feminist Protests
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is Now a Platform Used for Protests
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Justice-Fighting Jewelry Designs
Hatton Labs Honors #BlackLivesMatter with Jewelry and a Tee
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Anti-Racist Tech Language Initiatives
Github to Remove Racially Insensitive Terms Like ‘Master’
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Increased Black-Owned Beauty Pledges
Brother Vellies Founder Launched 'The 15% Pledge' Initiative
9
Software-Branded Inclusive Projects
Microsoft Unveils 'United For Change' In Response to BLM
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Charitable Donation-Splitting Features
ActBlue Splits One Donation Across Multiple Organizations
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Injustice-Fighting Stouts
The Black is Beautiful Stout Brings Awareness to Ongoing Injustice
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Streaming Service Donation Commitments
Netflix Will Donate $5 Million to Black Creatives
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Donation-Matching Inclusive Initiatives
Dropbox Black Lives Matter to Match Donations Made in June
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Black-Owned Search Tools
Uber Eats Canada is Making it Easier to Support Black-Owned Businesses
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Face-Blurring Image Tools
Image Scrubber Quickly and Easily Removes Faces From Photos
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Alternative Ad-Based Donations
Ad Revenue from Zoe Amira's Video Will Be Donated
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Music Label Anti-Racism Funds
Sony Music Group Created a Social Justice Fund of $100 Million USD
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Unapologetic Women-Centric Campaigns
O Positiv Health Hosted an Empowering Event in New York
Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Surf-Inspired Pride Collections
Vans x Queer Surf Celebrate Surf Culture and Inclusivity
National Holiday Marketing Campaigns
Revlon Debuted a Month-Long National Lipstick Day Celebration
Positive Social Media Campaigns
The New Tumblr Campaign Champions Community Over Controversy
Large-Scale Apéritif Activations
Aperol Kicked Off its 'Summer of Spritz Campaign' in NYC
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
California-Cool Fashion Campaigns
Re/Done's Summer 2025 Campaign is Fresh and Elevated
Seasonal Shopping Occasions
Sephora Canada Spotlights Must-Haves for the Sephora Savings Event
Festival-Inspired Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry Celebrates the Energy of British Music Culture
Beautifying Self-Care Bundles
Olive & June x Bubble Collaborated on Skin and Nail Care Kits
Gen Z-Led Swimwear Campaigns
Pacsun Taps Gen Z Influencers for Spring/Summer 2026 Swimwear Capsule
Global Social Impact Initiatives
Reckitt Expands Its Catalyst Program in the US
Event-Inspired Luxury Spirits
Clase Azul Releases a World Cup-Themed Collectible Tequila
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
L’Oréal Paris Spotlights its Trending Must-Haves
Diversity-Celebrating Brand Campaigns
Champion Launches a Global ‘Champions for Champion’ Campaign
Millennial Pink-Inspired Apparel
UNIQLO Features Practical Spring Pieces in Signature Pink Hues
Fall-Themed Luxury Bag Campaigns
Zadig & Voltaire Partners with Paris Jackson
Subtly Spooky Halloween Decor
The Target 2025 Halloween Collection Debuted Ahead of Summer
Global Beauty Campaigns
L’Oréal Marks World Refill Day With a Global Campaign
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Milestone Beauty Campaigns
The Body Shop Launched Its 'Rebellious by Nature' 50th Anniversary Ad
Pride-Supporting Cosmetic Campaigns
Sephora and Haus Labs by Lady Gaga Partnered for Pride Month
Solid Skincare Keychains
Purepeak Appeals to Gen Z's Love of Compact, Portable Cosmetic Keychains
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Festival-Ready Celebrity DJ Activations
Absolut Vodka Welcomes Paris Hilton at the House of Cosmo
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Provocative Tequila Campaigns
PATRÓN's ‘Censored Truth’ Sheds Light on Transparency
Nostalgic Love-Inspired Collections
Stella McCartney Presents the Summer of Love 2025 Capsule
K-Beauty Gen Z Creator-Camps
EQQUALBERRY x The Glow House Partner for an Influencer Initiative
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Art-Promoting Campaigns
Beige Billboards Spark a Bold Call to Save Charlotte’s Art Scene
Sustainable Performance Apparel
Craft Sportswear Launches Eco-Conscious Collective Line
In-Game Pride Month Events
Riot Games is Hosting Pride Month Events in League of Legends
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Customer-Starring Billboards
Bobbie's Campaign Spotlights Moms as "the OG Influencers"
Dessert-Shot Fashion Campaigns
Stella McCartney's Summer 2026 Campaign is Shot in Qatar
Pollinator-Supporting Jewelry Campaigns
Birks Group Strengthens Its Birks for Bees Campaign
Wellness Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
Youth-Safe Skincare Hubs
Cult Beauty's Gen A–Z Hub Educates and Empowers Gen Alpha and Gen Z
All-Asian Beauty Campaigns
Maybelline Face the Difference Features 40 Asian Pacific Trailblazers
Chinese Band-Supported Beauty Brands
Maybelline New York Partners with Teens in Times (TNT)
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Heritage Lifestyle Collections
Canadian Tire Releases Hudson’s Bay Stripes into a Summer Lineup
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
Pride Athletic Collections
Brooks Partners with JZD for Year-Round LGBTQ+ Celebration
brand-focused social media shopping
TikTok Shop & Free Soul Launch the First 2026 Super Brand Day
Cannabis Holiday Promotions
Trulieve Launches Special Cannabis-Focused Events for April 20th
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
Sports-Based Philanthropic Activations
Cigna Healthcare Hosted the 2026 Safe Zone Activity Day
Gen Z-Targeted Wine Campaigns
The I heart kinda Summer Campaign is Launching Soon
British Apparel Brand Relaunches
Topshop x Cara Delevingne Partner for a London-Inspired Campaign
Bingo-Style Reading Initiatives
Indigo's 2026 Reading Challenge Features a 'Phone-Free' Category
Social Media-Driven Brand Partnerships
Target and Parke Join Forces on a Limited Style Capsule
Branded Summer Lunches
MESHKI Debuts Its Viva Resort ’25 Collection with a Soirée in St. Tropez
Climate-Positive Fashion Milestones
Reformation Has Officially Achieved Climate Positive Status
Pride Month-Focused Mixology Events
Ilegal Mezcal and wayOUT Launch the celebratingYOU Campaign
Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions
American Eagle Launches Gen Z-Focused 'Off The Cuff' Publication
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Brand-Creator Matchmaking Events
Dhar Mann Studios & Brand Innovators Hosted a Speed Dating Event
Mental Wellness-Promoting Tote Bags
L.L.bean Marks Mental Health Month with the Analog Tote
Authentic Skincare Campaigns
We are Social France Spotlights Avène’s New Anti-Blemish Cream
Collaborative Summer Protective Fashion
BEAMS and Speedo Work on a Amphibious Collection
Pride-Celebrating Skincare Campaigns
Leland Francis is Running Its Thoughtful 2025 Pride Campaign
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Comprehensive Wellness-Celebrating Initatives
Live Love Spa Marks National Wellness Month
Curated Canadian Beauty Sets
The Beauty Edit Vol. 1 Showcases Canada’s Indie Beauty Talent
Youth Mental Health-Supporting Shirts
Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone Launch a New Shirt
Empowering Female Athlete Campaigns
Dove and Sports Illustrated Partnered to Celebrate Athletes
Culturally Backed Fashion Launches
Brigade Launches its First SS25 Collection Based in NYC
Social Responsibility-Aligned Corporate Marketing
GoodBrand Impact is a Newly Launched Agency
Advocacy Apparel Capsules
Freddie Shop Debuts a Capsule Collection Supporting PrEP Awareness
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Pride Month T-Shirt Lines
The 'Love is a Human Right' Line Celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community
Communal Prevention Initiatives
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Runs Its Campaign
Livestream Shopping Platform Anniversaries
Palmstreet Marked Its Anniversary with a Special Event
Domestic Violence Awareness Campaigns
GlassesUSA.com Joins The National Domestic Violence Hotline
LGBTQ+-Celebrating Luxe Watch Designs
GUESS Watches Introduced Its 2025 Worn with Pride Capsule
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Charitable Fashion Shows
Bloor-Yorkville BIA and Collaborators Ran Couture for a Cause:
Optimistic Fashion Brand Runways
Lilly Pulitzer Celebrated Its 'Brand Homecoming' in Florida
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Expressive Premium Apparel
Avalange Bridges the Divide Between Traditional & Customizable Fashion
Skincare Brand Grant Programs
Bubble Skincare Launches its 'Face The Future' Initiative
Ethical Luxury Shopping Platforms
Brimm Reimagines Conscious Consumerism with Curated Designs
CPG Goods-Focused Initiatives
Ignite20 Launches CPG VC Fund & Accelerator Program
Vodka LGBTQIA+ Initiatives
Absolut x Paris Hilton Celebrate Pride at the OUTLOUD Music Festival
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Awareness-Raising Shoe Store Concepts
Soles4Souls Canada Highlights What's Important This Season
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
Target Back-to-School-idays Offers Discounts Up to 30%
Celebrity-Supported Luxe Fashion Campaigns
BOSS Taps Renowned Public Figures for Fall 2025
Courageous Style Campaigns
Coach's Revive Your Courage Activates Gen Z
Anti-Bias Fashion Unveilings
Primark Created "Kim Parr" to Challenge Preconceptions
Live Gardening-Focused Virtual Events
Great American Media Partners with Gardenuity
Multi-Level Cancer Awareness Campaigns
The United Breast Cancer Foundation is at Times Square
Vibrant Creativity Campaigns
Crayola Debuts its 'Creative Acts of Color' Initiative
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
AI Creator-Centric Campaigns
The Spirit of London Campaign by Beefeater Embraces the City's Energy
Corporate Volunteer Initiatives
TELUS Hosted Its 21st Annual Days of Giving
Pride-Celebrating Intimacy Oils
Graydon Skincare Donates to 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations
Multi-Faceted Virtual Competitions
Pitpat's Global Online 10K Challenge Targets Runners Worldwide
Brand Motif-Centric Fashion Lines
Anti Social Social Club Debuts Its Spring/Summer 2026 Collection
Celebratory Photo Collections
Sonic Editions Honors Black Icons with an Exclusive Photo Collection
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Inclusivity-Promoting Four-Piece Bracelet Sets
Pura Vida Debuts Its for All Style Pack 1 for Pride
Charitable Influencer-Targeting Campaigns
Puresport Runs the 'Thrift It Back' Campaign
Question-Driven Brand Revisions
NPR Turns its Logo Into Question Words
Professional Connection-Promoting Campaigns
TheLi.st Spotlights 10 Minutes of Togetherness
Environmental Film Platforms
Patagonia Films Emphasizes the Power of Storytelling
Transformational Fashion Campaigns
PARCO Summer 2026 Campaign Explores Identity Through Movement
2SLGBTQIA+ Youth-Focused Fundraising Campaigns
NIVEA Canada Renews Partnership with pflag Canada
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Anniversary-Celebrating Cosmetic Lines
Thrive Causemetics® Debuts the 10th Anniversary Vault L:ine
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Educational Running-Focused Activations
The Running Event Opens a Call for Education Sessions
Philanthropic Media Initiatives
New to The Street Has Introduced For the Causes™
Creativity-Focused Global Ambassador Programs
Crayola Creativity Week Begins with an Announcement
Sports-Focused Diversity Initiatives
FC Barcelona Celebrates European Diversity Month
Social Good Gifting Ranges
The Virgin Experience Days Gifts for Good Collection is Purposeful
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Inclusive Tech Brand-Initiated Programs
Samsung Places Great Focus on Accessibility and Inclusion
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Inclusion-Focused Design Partnerships
Barbie's New Initative Spotlights Black Designers for BHM
Prideful Wrestling Gear Lines
TNA Wrestling Introduces its New Pride Month Capsule
Access-Focused Performing Arts Organizations
SHOWAbility Emphasizes Disability Inclusion
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Collective Participation Campaigns
Garnier Launches the Collective for the Planet Program
Consumer Values-Based Audiences
Givsly Debuts Values-Based Audiences to Streamline Marketing
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Purpose-Driven Brand Contests
Publicity for Good is Supporting Goodness with Its Contest
Creative Protest Archives
Pocket Protests Showcases Global Creative Resistance Against Fascism
Cause-Focused Brand Campaigns
This Year, Mini Rodini Challenged Black Friday
Multi-Level Cancer Awareness Ads
The United Breast Cancer Foundation is at Times Square