This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at San Francisco chapter.
Following the aftermath of the U.S. presidential election, people are wearing safety pins as a symbol of solidarity with people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ Â community, religious minorities, and others facing targeted violence.
The movement was inspired by the Brexit vote in the UK, when many immigrants and refugees faced racist attacks.
It is a small gesture, but conveys a powerful message that takes a stand against any racism, xenophobia and sexism. Â
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