Art of protest in Paris

The Paris 2024 Olympics has ignited controversy over gender identity, highlighted by Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-Ting's victory and subsequent gestures by defeated opponents, interpreted as a 'symbol of resistance' against gender-related issues in sports. Meanwhile, the Vienna Secession movement, which began in the late 19th century, marked a rebellion against traditional art standards, led by figures like Gustav Klimt, emphasizing the importance of individual expression in the face of conservative artistic norms. In Chicago, a new exhibition showcases protest art from the 1960s and 70s, illustrating how design can mobilize social movements and reflect the city’s rich activist history. Protests, defined as essential tools for socio-economic change, have been prominent in Nigeria as citizens demand improved conditions amid economic hardship. Additionally, recent street art incidents in Paris, suspected to involve Russian interference, illustrate how disinformation can manipulate protest culture for propaganda purposes. Street art, historically a medium for political expression, remains a powerful way to engage the public and challenge dominant narratives.