A Monument to Revolutionary Rebels and Radicals
Rashad Ali Muhammad
USA
Monument to Revolutionary Rebels and Radicals celebrates people, past and present, well-known or unsung, who fight for change against oppression from the status quo. In Birr's history, Robert Emmet was a rebellious leader who fought for Ireland's independence. Although he failed, his actions inspired his contemporaries and successors to continue the fight. There are countless examples of protesters throughout history with the same rebellious spirit that fought the status quo.
The Monument to Revolutionary Rebels and Radicals uses various symbols that center around rebellious spirits and moments in the Black community throughout American history. Each element has significance:
• The momentous afro signifies the rebellion of beauty standards amid the Black Power movement, ultimately becoming a symbol of Black pride.
• The megaphone symbolizes protests for liberation and amplifying marginalized voices.
• The raised fist, used by various groups throughout history, from the 1968 Summer Olympics Black Power salute represents unity and solidarity among oppressed people.
• The phrase "Now or Never" evokes immediacy for change.
• The black turtleneck references the revolutionary Black Panther Party who had a lasting impact on Black empowerment, still felt today and inspired other minority groups worldwide to pursue their causes.
Rebels and radicals move the world forward positively
Rashad Ali Muhammad
USA
Monument to Revolutionary Rebels and Radicals celebrates people, past and present, well-known or unsung, who fight for change against oppression from the status quo. In Birr's history, Robert Emmet was a rebellious leader who fought for Ireland's independence. Although he failed, his actions inspired his contemporaries and successors to continue the fight. There are countless examples of protesters throughout history with the same rebellious spirit that fought the status quo.
The Monument to Revolutionary Rebels and Radicals uses various symbols that center around rebellious spirits and moments in the Black community throughout American history. Each element has significance:
• The momentous afro signifies the rebellion of beauty standards amid the Black Power movement, ultimately becoming a symbol of Black pride.
• The megaphone symbolizes protests for liberation and amplifying marginalized voices.
• The raised fist, used by various groups throughout history, from the 1968 Summer Olympics Black Power salute represents unity and solidarity among oppressed people.
• The phrase "Now or Never" evokes immediacy for change.
• The black turtleneck references the revolutionary Black Panther Party who had a lasting impact on Black empowerment, still felt today and inspired other minority groups worldwide to pursue their causes.
Rebels and radicals move the world forward positively