What Does Safety Pin Tattoo Mean

A safety pin tattoo has come to symbolize solidarity and support for marginalised and oppressed groups, such as people of colour, LGBT people, and refugees. The origin of the safety pin tattoo is believed to have arisen in the wake of the 2016 US election amid a rising trend of intolerance and hatred, with people wearing safety pins to signal that they are willing to help those in need by providing support and protection in times of distress. The safety pin has since become an international symbol of inclusiveness, courage and unity for many people.