About Adbusters
Adbusters: The Global Collective of Poets, Punks, and Philosophers
Adbusters is a global collective of poets, punks, and philosophers who are dedicated to implementing radical design and media strategies to shake up complacent consumerist culture. This company was founded in 1989 by Kalle Lasn and Bill Schmalz in Vancouver, Canada. Since then, Adbusters has become a leading voice in the anti-consumerism movement.
The mission of Adbusters is to challenge the status quo and inspire people to take action against the forces that leave society and the environment in disarray. They aim to expose toxic capitalism that creeps into our bodies and imaginations through advertising campaigns that promote materialism as a way of life.
Adbusters' approach is unique because they use art as a tool for social change. They create thought-provoking images that challenge conventional wisdom about consumerism. Their work has been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, Rolling Stone Magazine, CNN International, BBC World News Service among others.
One of their most famous campaigns was "Buy Nothing Day," which encourages people around the world not to buy anything on Black Friday - one of the biggest shopping days of the year. This campaign has gained worldwide attention since its inception in 1992.
Another notable campaign by Adbusters is "Culture Jamming." Culture jamming involves subverting mainstream media messages with alternative messages or parodies. It's an effective way for activists to get their message across without resorting to violence or other extreme measures.
Adbusters also publishes a magazine called "Adbusters" which features articles on topics such as environmental issues, social justice issues among others from an anti-consumerist perspective. The magazine has won numerous awards for its content over the years including Utne Reader's Independent Press Award for Best Cultural Coverage (2004).
In addition to their magazine, Adbusters also runs an online store where they sell merchandise such as t-shirts, posters, and books. The proceeds from the sales go towards funding their campaigns and other activities.
Adbusters has been successful in raising awareness about the negative effects of consumerism on society and the environment. Their campaigns have inspired people around the world to take action against corporate greed and environmental destruction.
If you're interested in joining Adbusters' mission to take down toxic capitalism, you can visit their website at www.adbusters.org. There you'll find information about their latest campaigns, events, and how you can get involved.