Grey Brazil Has Designed the Anti-Racist Handbag
Grey Brazil's collaboration with Universidade Zumbi dos Palmares has resulted in an innovative initiative aimed at combating racism in Brazilian retail stores—'The Anti-Racist Handbag.' This item serves as a tangible symbol of resistance against discriminatory practices, particularly the unjust scrutiny faced by people of color and marginalized groups during bag searches.
Crafted by local artisans, The Anti-Racist Handbag has a bold design that amplifies its message and promotes awareness of 14.532/2023, which protects individuals from unjust bag searches.14.532/2023, which protects individuals from unjust bag searches. Each handbag prominently displays a label citing the aforementioned law, providing legal recourse for individuals subjected to discriminatory treatment. Additionally, the inclusion of QR codes offers a swift mechanism for reporting incidents to legal authorities, further empowering victims of racism. Furthermore, a portion of the proceeds from handbag sales directly funds antiracist training for retail staff, reinforcing the commitment to combatting systemic racism in consumer environments.
Image Credit: Grey Brazil x Universidade Zumbi dos Palmares
Crafted by local artisans, The Anti-Racist Handbag has a bold design that amplifies its message and promotes awareness of 14.532/2023, which protects individuals from unjust bag searches.14.532/2023, which protects individuals from unjust bag searches. Each handbag prominently displays a label citing the aforementioned law, providing legal recourse for individuals subjected to discriminatory treatment. Additionally, the inclusion of QR codes offers a swift mechanism for reporting incidents to legal authorities, further empowering victims of racism. Furthermore, a portion of the proceeds from handbag sales directly funds antiracist training for retail staff, reinforcing the commitment to combatting systemic racism in consumer environments.
Image Credit: Grey Brazil x Universidade Zumbi dos Palmares
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