During the pandemic, an important part of civil society actions were carried out virtually, driven by the need for isolation and distancing. Organizations and individuals began to use more and better digital tools for activism. Below are some examples of digital activism against the pandemic and in favor of life. See also the Repository Research Reports on the topic.

The Popular Memory of the Pandemic is a project for recording and disseminating reports on popular experiences in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. The website was developed by Plataforma Dhesca Brasil and there it is possible to navigate through the memories of individuals and groups, who narrate their experiences and strategies for coping with the pandemic.

In addition to browsing through the memories available on the website, you can also participate in the Popular Memory of the Pandemic us your report . Sharing your experience can be a way to safeguard heritage, strengthen resistance in the present and build the foundations for the future.

During the period of social isolation, political embroidery collectives were prevented from holding in-person meetings and demonstrations, which led members to actively demonstrate on their social networks, mainly through posts on Instagram. The embroidery carried out at that time usually involved themes such as: defending social isolation and sanitary measures to prevent Covid-19, the demand for a free vaccine for all, the appreciation of the Unified Health System, among others. Image: Linhas de Sampa – available at: https://www.instagram.com/p/CJy4aEHHRB2/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==