Disruption Timeline

  • #MeToo Movement

    #MeToo Movement
    Social Medias: Twitter, Facebook and Instagram First tweeted out in response to allegations against Harvey Weinstein, MeToo has circulated Social Media as a place where survivors share their stories and are in turn supported by a community of common survivors of sexual abuse and rape.
  • Sleepy Joe

    Sleepy Joe
    A meme culture that has developed on social media, particularly Twitter and TikTok, about President Biden's cadence, age, and social fumbles. The memes range from lighthearted parodies, to critical examinations of the President's ability to lead.
  • Black Lives Matter

    Black Lives Matter
    Social Media: Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok. Black Lives Matter incorporated hashtags and the protests conducted under the name Black Lives Matter were shared in the form of pictures, news stories, and videos. Black Lives Matter started as a social media movement, but became a political movement due to exposure from social media.
  • The War in Ukraine

    The War in Ukraine
    Social Medias: Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube The war in Ukraine is one of the first wars seen through the eyes of a social media dominated society, leading to exposure of the events happening in real time, while also being a source of misinformation and false narratives. Videos highlighting the violence were shared wide on social media, blurring the line of what is acceptable to be viewed and what is considered disrespectful.
  • Hamas Attacks on Israel

    Hamas Attacks on Israel
    Social Medias: Twitter, YouTube and TikTok While the Ukraine conflict featured mostly support and coverage of events from Social Media, the Israel/Palestine conflict has become a two sided social media campaign. Hashtags and emojis differentiate support for the 2 groups. Disturbing photos and videos are shared and viewed with ease.