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Signage has always been a powerful tool in the fight for what’s right. So it’s no surprise that when people face injustice and inequality, they turn to one of their most effective weapons: words.

In the age of social media, activism has reached new heights. Protest signs have gone viral on Twitter and Facebook, and they’ve become so popular they even get replicated by protesters on the other side of the planet. Their viral potential is undeniable. If a sign can go viral, it has the power to ignite change across the world. But what’s caught our attention recently is the sheer number of funny protest signs popping up everywhere. From clever puns to downright silly wordplay, it seems people understand that humor is an effective way to get the spotlight on the cause itself and make a point.

Sure, 99% of the time, protests are serious affairs. People are making their voices heard, standing up for causes they believe in, and fighting to change the world. Still, there’s nothing wrong with injecting some humor into the mix. When done right, it can be downright hilarious and help spread the message you were trying to get across — and that’s exactly what these funny posters did. Keep scrolling to see them for yourself!

They’re clever, witty, and make you smile while reminding you that even though things might be bad right now, activism always has room for a good laugh. While some of these funny protest signs are snarky remarks for serious causes, others are for silly and trivial everyday life events and deserve some space on our list!

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    Sign From Women's Rally - Separation Of Church And State

    Sign From Women's Rally - Separation Of Church And State

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    mulk
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's f******* right! That's a major problem in many country, as it is in USA

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    Sign From The KKK Protest In Dayton Ohio Today

    Sign From The KKK Protest In Dayton Ohio Today

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    Deborah Harris2
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read this as watching ' Annie' that would make me want to smoke weed too :P

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    Favorite Sign In The Rally

    Favorite Sign In The Rally

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    Benita Valdez
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And without any context you know right away that this is an American protest. My country is so pathetic. Should never even need this sign in the first place

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    Every Film That Speaks About Some Disaster Starts With The Government Ignoring The Warnings Of Scientists

    Every Film That Speaks About Some Disaster Starts With The Government Ignoring The Warnings Of Scientists

     If Governments don't listen to facts, maybe they will pay attention to movies? ⁠

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    Benita Valdez
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean the movies all show what happens when the scientists are ignored; you'd think we'd get the hint by now

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    This Isn't Something You Should Be Ignoring

    This Isn't Something You Should Be Ignoring

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    Fighting The Good Fight

    Fighting The Good Fight

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    *Displayname*=idk
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NEVERRRRRRRrrrr!!!!!!! (In a respectful way.) Can we instead ban Christmas music in November?

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    When You're Not Sure Whether The Protest Is Going To Be Peaceful Or Violent

    When You're Not Sure Whether The Protest Is Going To Be Peaceful Or Violent

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    My Favorite Anti-Westboro Baptist Church Protest Sign

    My Favorite Anti-Westboro Baptist Church Protest Sign

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    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still don't logically understand why God could hate any of his children, even if they were "f@gs". Didn't he MAKE them that way? You don't get to create something yourself and then decide you don't want it to be that way that YOU made it! (I don't believe in Big Sky Daddy, but that's the gist of what I understand of it.)

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    Not One Sign At This Rally Was Directed Against The Russian People

    Not One Sign At This Rally Was Directed Against The Russian People

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    You Can Be Whatever You Want Darling

    You Can Be Whatever You Want Darling

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    Adam Belaire
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would say 7 is a bit young to be President but 45 proved anyone can get elected so you go girl!

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    Putin The Bin

    Putin The Bin

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    Fiona Parky
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In our local area, most dog poo bins are now designated “pootins” with a lovely photo affixed. We can literally stick our dogs waste in poo tins face. It’s so satisfying

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    My Wife Drives By This Sign Everyday On The Way To Work, And She’s Said A Couple Of Times How Funny It Would Be If Someone Put Up A Picture Of The Rock

    My Wife Drives By This Sign Everyday On The Way To Work, And She’s Said A Couple Of Times How Funny It Would Be If Someone Put Up A Picture Of The Rock

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    We Gave You Hummus Have Some Respect (Taken At A Protest In Brussels)

    We Gave You Hummus Have Some Respect (Taken At A Protest In Brussels)

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    #53

    Well Observed. Get Out Of That Ring

    Well Observed. Get Out Of That Ring

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    SheamusFanFrom1987
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can only partially agree: Wrestling and climate change are real. One is real entertainment, the other REAL frightening at this point.

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    #57

    Accurate

    Accurate

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    Seabeast
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They were around a lot longer than we are likely to be, and it was something completely beyond their control that did them in.

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    This Sign Outside Of A Trump Rally

    This Sign Outside Of A Trump Rally

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    lauralett50
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a Republican. But I never trusted that man child. Never voted for him , never will. Can't stand him or that spawn of his

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    Climate Change Protest At DC

    Climate Change Protest At DC

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    LooneyLovegood
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then, we cry. But hey we tried, nobody listened to our side, so then they died.

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    Trump And Putin At The Protest In NYC

    Trump And Putin At The Protest In NYC

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    Katy McMouse
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh God. He has the physique of a lactating ape. There goes tonight's chance at restful slumber.

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    This Dinosaur Has A Point

    This Dinosaur Has A Point

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    Funny Protest Sign

    Funny Protest Sign

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    Great Sign At DC Protests Today

    Great Sign At DC Protests Today

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    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means. (re: "socialism")

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    A Memory From The Womens March Boston - Clearly This Guy Is Ready For The March For Science Coming Up In April

    A Memory From The Womens March Boston - Clearly This Guy Is Ready For The March For Science Coming Up In April

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    Protester This Morning

    Protester This Morning

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    My Last Pic From The Peoples Climate March In Boston

    My Last Pic From The Peoples Climate March In Boston

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    We Take Naps But We Stay Woke

    We Take Naps But We Stay Woke

    Granny C is singing her heart out for medicare for all HR1976. But looks like Granny A is taking one of her famous Granny naps! July 3

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    Consistency

    Consistency

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    The Meme Possibilities

    The Meme Possibilities

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    Sign At The San Antonio Protests

    Sign At The San Antonio Protests

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    "There's Always Better Things To Do. Who's With Me?" – Mary

    "There's Always Better Things To Do. Who's With Me?" – Mary

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    Favorite Sign Of Every March

    Favorite Sign Of Every March

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    Funny Protest Sign

    Funny Protest Sign

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    Even Clowns Can Be Sad As Well

    Even Clowns Can Be Sad As Well

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    My 9 Year Old Friend Made This Sign For The Climate Protests Yesterday!

    My 9 Year Old Friend Made This Sign For The Climate Protests Yesterday!

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    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't understand this one. Reference to some person or meme that is after my time and over my head?

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    A Sign My Wife Made For A Protest Today. Officer Meow Meow Fuzzyface Would Not Approve Of These Goings On, And He's A Loose Cannon Cop With Nothing To Lose

    A Sign My Wife Made For A Protest Today. Officer Meow Meow Fuzzyface Would Not Approve Of These Goings On, And He's A Loose Cannon Cop With Nothing To Lose

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    Funny Protest Sign

    Funny Protest Sign

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    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're female, he'd probably try to grab what's on the other side of it, though.

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    #113

    He Made A Mistake

    He Made A Mistake

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    Vanessa Richardson
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is Ricky Smith! He’s a comedian, but also the founder of R.A.K.E (random acts of kindness everywhere) and is a really good person. (Rickonia is his instagram handle)

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    Best Sign At The Rally Goes To…

    Best Sign At The Rally Goes To…

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    When College Kids Protest

    When College Kids Protest

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    Philadelphia Knows It

    Philadelphia Knows It

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    So There's Protests Going On In The UK At The Minute Regarding The Political Party Who Has Been Voted Into Power. David Cameron Is The Head Of The Party, Best Sign Of The Year

    So There's Protests Going On In The UK At The Minute Regarding The Political Party Who Has Been Voted Into Power. David Cameron Is The Head Of The Party, Best Sign Of The Year

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    Mixture Of Emotions

    Mixture Of Emotions

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    smolspeedycats
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you deport Taylor Swift? She has done nothing but good for the gay community and has never made racist/sexist comments.

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