These November 2015 activism trends range from charitable fundraising platforms to refugee search engines. Addressing social issues like feminism, racial inequality and LGBT rights, these campaigns, publicity stunts and community programs aim to make the world a better place.
Standouts include body positive merit badges -- Australian artist and activist Natalie Perkins' line of badges encourage self acceptance and a positive body image at any size. Another favorite is a collection of anti-bullying emojis that target teens and millennials who are tech-savvy and known to communicate with the expressive graphics along with Google's initiative that donates to refugee charities with every web search.
Other November 2015 activism trends include life-sized jungle cat cakes that are artful, delicious and most importantly supportive of organizations that help protect endangered species popullations across the globe.
Top 30 Activism Trends in November
From Charitable Fundraising Platforms to Refugee Search Engines:
Jana Pijak — Nov 29, 2015 — Social Good
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Selfie-Based Fashion Campaigns
This Initative Aims to Improve Conditions in Clothing Factories
28
Gender-Eliminating Photo Series
The 'More Women' Campaign Looks at Politics Without Men
27
Accessibility-Oriented School Bells
This Bell Helps Schools Integrate Disabled Students
26
Hidden Domestic Abuse Marketing
This Home Decor Magazine Will Make You Take a Second Look
25
Life-Sized Jungle Cat Cakes
This Tiger Cake was Created to Raise Awareness of Endangered Animals
24
Feminist Candy Campaigns
This Movement Against Gender Discrimination Delivers Sweets to Baby Girls
23
Body Positive Merit Badges
This Activists Created a Series of Patches That Promote Body Acceptance
22
Homeless Service Apps
San Fran's 311 App Allows Residents to Report Homeless Who Need Assistance
21
Humorous Cancer-Fighting Retailers
This Company Helps Customers Support Breast Cancer Research
20
Waste-Reducing Grocery Programs
Marks & Spencer's New Program Aims to Prevent Food Waste
19
Child-Finding Taxi Services
This Rideshare Service is Now Integrated with the 'AMBER Alert System'
18
Luminous Livestock Campaigns
This Initative Aims to Make Animals More Visible to Drivers at Night
17
Tranquil Prison Cells
This Mental Health Campaign Aims to Change Solitary Confinement
16
Diplomatic Middle-Eastern Eateries
This Restaurant Offers Free Hummus to Those Who Dine Together
15
Charitable Fundraising Platforms
Generosity.com Lets You Raise Money For Charitable Causes
14
Victimized African American Portraits
These Portraits Depict Black Victims of Police Violence
13
All-Female Eateries
This High-End Pop-Up Diner is Exclusively Operated by Women
12
Recycled Sea Monster Sculptures
The Washed Ashore Project Transforms Ocean Garbage into Art
11
Refugee Search Engines
'Google Fortunetelling' Sneakily Raises Awareness About Refugees
10
Anti-Bullying Emojis
The iOS 9 Eye Emoji Uses Social Media to Stop Bullying
9
Solar-Powered Distillation Systems
This Innovative Water Distiller is Both Cheap and Efficient
8
Revenge Porn-Fighting Sites
This California Hub Helps Victims of Revenge Porn Fight Back
7
Blood-Based Art Installations
This Provocative Exhibit is Designed to Highlight LGBT Issues
6
Allergy-Awareness Initiatives
The 'Teal Pumpkin Project' Discourages Handing Out Halloween Candy
5
Waste-Based Menus
This Unusual Lunch Raised Awareness About the Issue of Food Waste
4
Inclusive Feminist Campaigns
This Initiative Aims to Expand the Definition of Feminism
3
VR Climate Change Campaigns
Jared Leto Leads a Virtual PSA Tour Showing People Melting Glaciers
2
Breast Cancer Awareness Electronics
The 'goPINK for Hope' Line Raises Breast Cancer Awareness
1
Heroic Development Campaigns
Virgin Unite's Global Goals Initiative Gets Young People Involved
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Experiential Breakfast Pop-Ups
Dorset Cereals Brand Launched a Breakfast Lodge Activation
Abandoned Castle Photography
This Photo Series Documents the Beauty of Old Castles
Modular Papercraft Masks
These Detailed Paper Masks Replicate Animal Faces Using Geometric Shapes
Embroidery-Overlayed Photos
The Anti-Serie Project Blends Embroidery and Fashion Photography
Masculine Streetwear Couture
This Givenchy Fall/Winter Editorial Shows Women Ruling Menswear
Pattern-Casting Gourd Lamps
These Carved Halloween Gourds Create Mesmerizing Patterns of LIght
Gorgeous Post-Surgery Bras
This Brand Makes Beautiful Mastectomy Lingerie for Cancer Survivors
Pop-Up Community Kitchens
This Kitchen-Free Restaurant Asks Locals to Cook for Patrons
Feminist Social Media Logos
The Facebook Friend Icon is Redesigned to Put the Woman First
Teen Restauranteur Eateries
Eureka is a New NYC Restaurant Run by 16-Year-Old Chef Flynn McGarry
Scar-Covering Tattoos
Flavia Carvalho Offers Victims of Domestic Abuse Free Tattoos to Cover Scars
Conformity-Confronting Art
This Artist Paints People as Uniform Patterns to Criticize Conformity
Wheelchair-Concealing Costumes
Magic Wheelchairs Ensures All Kids Can Trick-Or-Treat
Abusive Dating Charts
This Infographic Explore the Threats and Insults Exchanged Via Tinder
Pop-Up Magazines
The Kit's September Addition Was Offered with a Limited Distribution
Futuristic Racing Photography
Photographer Alexandra Lier Captures Cars at the Salt Flats
Culinary Cartoon Art (UPDATE)
These Cartoon Food Plates Encourage Kids to Eat Veggies
Mummified Jalapeno Poppers
These Delicious Halloween Foods are Adorably Spicy Appetizers
Infant Sleeping Pods
The 'Sleep Guardian 360' Protects a Baby During the Night
Fashionable Cafe Pop-Ups
The Thomas Burberry Cafe Celebrates the Label's Latest Menswear Range
Mobile Falafel Carts
This Vibrant Food Truck Specializes in Mediterranean Cuisine
Saucy Feminist Cartoons
These Illustrations Depict the Internal Life of a Modern Woman
Single-Serve Soup Pods
The New Keurig and Campbell's K-Cup Makes Single Soup Cups Like Coffee
Healing Intimacy Toys
The Chakrubs Yin Yang Set Promotes Wellness, Stability and Intimacy
Hidden Domestic Abuse Marketing
This Home Decor Magazine Will Make You Take a Second Look
Food Redistribution Initiatives
Moisson Montreal's Food Recovery Program Reallocates Usable Goods
Space-Maximizing Homeless Shelters
These Temporary Pods Turn Unused Wall Space into Homes
Food Waste Energy Converters
The Horse Project is a Machine That Converts Food into Renewable Fuel
Anti-Bullying Tees
This New Clothing Line Helps Raise Awareness About Bullying
Empowering Pregnancy Portraits
These Images Bring Hope to Women Who Have Suffered Miscarriages
Sustainable Urban Eateries
This Restaurant Champions Progressive Farming and Eco-Friendly Dining
Childhood-Celebrating Photos
The Boyhood Photo Series Reveals the Chemistry Between Siblings
Dignified Farm Animal Photos
The Epitaph Photo Series Celebrates the Dignity of Farm Animals
Upscale Fast Food Pop-ups
McDonald’s is Set to Launch an Exclusive Pop-up Restaurant in Japan
Ugly Produce Campaigns
The Ugly Fruit & Veg Social Campaign Discourages Food Waste in America
Seasonal Latte Clubs
The Orange Sleeve Society was Created by Starbucks to Honor Pumpkin Lattes
Wheelchair-Compatible Strollers
This Adaptable Baby Carriage is Designed for Wheelchair Users
Gender-Bending Fitness Editorials
This Issue of Men’s Fitness Australia Features Ronda Rousey
Reversible Charging Equipment
The Scosche EZTIP Reversible Micro USB Cable is Foolproof
VR Refugee Camp Tours
The United Nations Raises Awareness with a Virtual Reality Exploration
Awareness-Raising Blouses
This Pale Pink Shirt Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Solitary Dining Pop-Ups
Glaceau Smartwater's Pop-Up Restaurant Pairs Water with Gourmet Food
Dream-Based Social Networks
This Platform Helps Connect Entrepreneurs Across the World
Cancer-Combating Apps
This App Encourages Women to Do Self-Exams on a Regular Basis
Homeless-Helping Sock Companies
This Non-Profit Organization Provides Socks for the Homeless
Refugee-Saving Floats
The Centifloat is An Emergency Flotation Device That Rescues the Stranded
Candy-Filled Cookie Cups
These Adorable Jack o Lantern Cookies are Edible Candy Holders
Eco-Friendly Fundraising Campaigns
This Brand Encourages Companies to Pay for Environmental Damage
Adventure-Based Crowdfunding Platforms
This Service Helps Users Fund Their Outdoor Endeavors
Equality-Promoting Pop-Ups
This Women's Equality Day Event Celebrates Strong Female Leaders
Candy-Filled Pinata Cakes
This Pumpkin-Shaped Cake is Filled with Sweet Treats
Roasted Jalapeno Hummus
Minimalist Baker's Dana Has Revealed a Spicy New Hummus Recipe
Ghoulish Halloween Pancakes
These Homemade Breakfast Cakes Replicate Spooky Creatures
Wheelchair-Accessible Car Services
Wheeliz is an Inexpensive & Convenient Uber for Disabled People
Convict-Tracking Devices
This Wearable Technology Helps Track Youth Offenders
Literary Water Filtration Systems
Teri Dankovich Has Engineered a Book With Water Filters as Pages
Deceptive Secret Recipe Cakes
This KFC Cake by Branka Njegich Looks Savory But Tastes Sweet
Eye-Controlled Wheelchairs
This Wheelchair Gives Disabled People a Greater Degree of Independence
Community Food Deliveries
These Volunteers Deliver Prepared Meals to Hungry Residents
Anti-Bullying Deodorant Scholarships
The Secret Mean Stinks Campaign Combats Girl-to-Girl Bullying
International Camouflage Art
This New Liu Bolin Piece Features the Flags of the 193 United Nations
Speedy Cold Brew Deliveries
'Coffee Rush' is a Coffee Delivery Service for San Francisco Residents
Traveling Tree Photography
Asuma Makoto Documented His Traveling Bonsai Tree Around the World
Feces-Transforming Enterprises
Sanivation's Sanitation Services are Empowering Developing Areas
Fundraising Dinner Parties
'FEED Supper' is an Initiative that Encourages Donations from Guests
Body Positive Underwear Ads
This Ad Features Men of Many Different Body Types
Self-Documented Refugee Photography
These Disposable Camera Photos Were Taken by Refugees
Refugee-Supporting Schools
This Online University Helps Migrants Further Their Eduction
Seasonal Pop-Up Bars
Venturo's Weekend Summer Bar Serves Refreshing Custom Cocktails
Heroic Shadow Puppet Art
Fusion Wayang Kulit Created a Series of Puppet-Themed Superheroes
Twitter Political Donations
Twitter's New Feature Makes Supporting a Presidential Candidate Easy
Cancer-Fighting Running Shoes
These Vibrant Pink Sneakers Support Brest Cancer Research
Refugee-Supporting Emojis
The 'Refugee Emojis' Helps Users Donate to a Good Cause
Terrifying Anatomical Desserts
This Red Velvet Brain Cake Takes Halloween Baking to New Extremes
Crowd Gifting Websites
Plumfund Allows Online Fundraising For Special Causes
Animal-Saving Overpasses
This Bridge Helps Mountain Lions Cross a Busy California Freeway
Wood-Saving Websites
This Online Resource Helps Consumers Recycle Scrap Lumber
Animal-Saving Plush Toys
This New Beanie Baby Helps Raise Awareness for Wildlife Conservation
Refugee Coding Classes
These German Entrepreneurs Launched a Refugee School for Computer Science
Animal-Saving Coffee Companies
This Craft Roaster Aims Ti Raise Funds for Local Shelters
Sweet Potato Desserts
This Candied Sweet Potato Crumb Cake Recipe has a Buttered Rum Sauce
Celebrity Feminist Newsletters
The Lena Dunham Newsletter For Young Women Will Launch This Fall
Acid Attack Awareness Tutorials
'Beauty Tips by Reshma' Features Advice from an Acid Attack Victim
Trapezoidal Church Designs
This Modern Church in Cinisi, Italy Has Rooftop Gardens
Smoky Corn Hummus Recipes
This Chipotle and Sweet Corn Homemade Hummus Goes With Tostadas
Homeless Bus Shelters
This London Charity Gives Out Tickets For Homeless Youth to Sleep on Transit
Eccentric Racing Photos
The Soapbox Racers Photo Series is Exceptionally Creative and Amusing
Livestreaming Rhino Implants
These Anti-Poaching Cameras are Installed Inside a Rhino's Horn
Anti-Bullying Celebrity Platforms
The #IAmMoreThan Campaign on Instagram Fights Bullying
Cancer-Fighting Burgers
The Think Pink Burger Collects Proceeds for Canadian Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Awareness Desserts
The Pink Dessert Campaign 2015 Combines Champagne and Desserts
Empowering Girl Campaigns
Dove's Newest Ad Promotes Self-Esteem Boosting for Girls
Stimulating Baby Phones
The VTech Touch and Swipe is a Smartphone For Babies and Toddlers
Customer-Controlled Taxi Services
'Opoli' is a Taxi Service That Lets One Negotiate Fare Prices
Plate-Clearing Campaigns
The 'Happy Plate' Campaign by Electrolux Discourages Food Waste
Feminist Pin-Up Calendars
The 2016 Pirelli Calendar Features Strong, Successful Female Icons
Essay-Grading Websites
This Online Tool Will Check Papers for Any Signs of Plagiarism
Non-Profit Grocery Shops
The Daily Table Sells Food Donated by Wholesalers
Pop Culture-Themed Eateries
This Pop-Up Restaurant Draws Inspiration from a Beloved TV Series
Pop-Up Cafeteria Eateries
This School Cafeteria Restaurant Lets You Relive the Glory Days
Tuition-Free Education
Kiron University in Berlin Now Offers Free Schooling to Refugees
Self-Censoring Cancer PSAs
This Breast Cancer PSA Describes French Slang Words for Breasts
Victim-Supporting Coffee Shops
This Cafe Provides Jobs for Victims of Domestic Violence
Breast Cancer Awareness Electronics
The 'goPINK for Hope' Line Raises Breast Cancer Awareness
Philanthropic Gift Cards
These Gift Cards are an Innovative Way to Give to the Homeless
Pureed Beetroot Hummuses
This Homemade Chickpea Dip Has an Unconventional Rosy Hue
Waste-Reducing Public Refrigerators
This Public Fridge Lets Anyone Take or Leave Leftover Food
Powerful Palindromic Commercials
This Ad Offers Women with Breast Cancer Support and Inspiration
Biometric Auto Ignitions
This Software Lets Drivers Start a Car With Their Fingerprint
Disability Parenting Magazines
The BLOOM Magazine and Blog Supports Parents of Disabled Children
Poutine-Inspired Cakes
'Cake Poutine' Drastically Resembles the Canadian Comfort Food
Informative Feminist Infographics
This Infographic Illustrates the Importanc Women's Equality Day
Convenient Amputee Apparel
The Amped Up Clothing Line Aims to Change the Lives of Disabled People
Pumpkin-Themed Diabetes Campaigns
The 'Smash Diabetes' Campaign
Carpool App Services
This App Titled UberCommute is a Platform to Promote More People in Less Cars
Education-Gifting Services
College Savings Bank Lets You Contribute Towards College Funds
Palatable Pie-Stuffed Cakes
This Pake Recipe Consists of a Blueberry Pie Inside of a Lemon Cake
Wheelchair-Focused Transit Maps
This New York Subway Map Highlights Difficulties for the Disabled
Lentil Pistachio Hummus
Max Sussman Modernizes the Traditional Hummus Recipe with Nuts & Legumes
Diabetes Tweeting Campaigns
The 'Kick Diabetes' Campaign Featured Tweet-Matching Donations
Stitched Pumpkin Designs
This Knitted Art Technique Offers an Alternative to Carving
Orchestral Audio Toys
The Mozart Magic Cube Stimulates a Baby's Senses
Empowering Feminist Female Ads
The #LikeaGirl Ad Teaches Girls They Cannot Be Defined by Gender
Iranian Film Set Photos
The 'Sacred Defense' Series Depicts Sets Used to Film War Movies
Insect-Infused Beers
This Pink Beer is Naturally Dyed with Tiny South American Bugs
Cancer-Fighting Yogurts
This Strawberry Yogurt Honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Ex-Offender Urban Farms
This Project Gives Former Inmates a Second Chance
Urban Food Rescue Initiatives
This Organization is Using Restaurant Food Leftovers to Fight Hunger
Rehabilitative Finance Partnerships
Barclays Bank, DEC and UNICEF Team Up to Help Former Addicts
Pumpkin Corn Dogs
These Homemade Carnival Treats are Accompanied with a Maple Mustard Dip
Abstractly Emotional Photos
'Colors of Feelings' Translates Human Emotions Into Colorful Visuals