This year's Jeans 4 Justice event is a powerful two-part experience designed to raise awareness of sexual assault and to raise funds for Crisis Services of North Alabama.
We're inviting survivors and allies to participate in either our Jeans 4 Justice Exhibit at Straight to Ale or to donate an item in our online silent auction--both focused on the themes of sexual assault awareness and healing.
The Exhibit
Jeans 4 Justice has always been about raising awareness through artfully embellished denim. Jeans can be altered to express your experience or messages you want to send to survivors or our community. Exhibit artists can choose to offer their items for sale with proceeds going to Crisis Services.
The Auction
We're also hosting an online silent auction where artists can donate unique artworks, crafts, clothing, or other items created from denim or that relate to sexual assault (see themes below). Whether it’s a worry doll made from denim or a custom pet portrait (because our furry friends help us through a lot of challenging times), your contribution will help fund our programs.
Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted.
Every 9 minutes, that victim is a child.
Only 25 out of every 1,000 perpetrators will end up in prison.
1 in 5 women have been sexually assaulted. For men that number is 1 in 71.
Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Every 9 minutes, that victim is a child. Only 25 out of every 1,000 perpetrators will end up in prison. 1 in 5 women have been sexually assaulted. For men that number is 1 in 71.
In 1999, an Italian court overturned a rape conviction, claiming the victim would have assisted her rapist in removing her jeans because they were so tight, therefore implying consent. In response, women flooded the streets wearing denim, sparking a global movement.
Some themes to spark ideas:
Consent: emphasize clear communication and mutual respect in relationships.
Healthy relationships: showcase positive connections, green flags, and how to identify unhealthy patterns.
Survivorship: incorporate messages of resilience, empowerment, and the journey of healing.
Support and Ally-ship: design pieces that stand with loved ones who have experienced sexual assault.
Strong emotions: Capture the range of feelings associated with sexual assault, fostering empathy and understanding.
Victim-blaming: Incorporate messages that counter myths and challenge victim-blaming.
Underrepresented survivors: Women aren’t the only victims of sexual assault. Men, children, elders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community also experience sexual violence.
JEANS 4 JUSTICE
SILENT AUCTION SUBMISSION
LOCAL TO HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA
Our online silent auction provider lets you upload your photos of your item(s) so be sure to get good overall shots and close-ups of your wonderful artwork. You’ll also be asked to title and describe your artwork and set a starting bid amount.
If your auction item sells, bring it to Straight to Ale on April 27 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Auction items will be picked up by the winners the same day 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Wondering if your design is on track?
Contact us to discuss
JEANS 4 JUSTICE
EXHIBIT SUBMISSION
Please fill out the form below to submit your one-of-a-kind jeans or denim-inspired artwork to be displayed at Straight to Ale April 20 -27, 2024. NOTE: We’ll be hanging the items on a cable or on the wall of the Production Hall. We don’t have pedestals for sculpture or other non-hangable objects.
Drop-off dates:
Monday, April 15, 12pm - 3pm
Wednesday, April 17, 4pm - 7pm
Drop-off location:
Please contact us by clicking here.
