What is safety pin tattoo?

Here's some information about safety pin tattoos:

• Meaning and Symbolism: Safety pin tattoos gained popularity as a symbol of solidarity and allyship with marginalized groups, particularly after the Brexit vote in the UK and the 2016 US presidential election. Wearing a safety pin (and subsequently getting a tattoo of one) was a way to signal to others that you were a safe person to approach, someone who stood against hate and discrimination. The idea was that those feeling threatened could identify allies.

• Appearance and Placement: The designs are usually simple, depicting a closed or slightly open safety%20pin. The size and placement are variable, often chosen based on personal preference. Common locations include the wrist, ankle, behind the ear, or on the chest.

• Criticism: The safety%20pin%20movement, and therefore the tattoo as a symbol, has faced criticism. Some argue that it's a form of "performative activism," where individuals wear or display the symbol without taking meaningful action to support marginalized communities. Others find it a superficial or insufficient gesture, suggesting that it doesn't address the root causes of discrimination. Some people from marginalized groups have stated they would not view a safety pin as a helpful sign of allyship.