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 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.