Graphic design as a tool for major political changes

The Arab Spring revolutions, which began in 2010, profoundly transformed the political landscape of the Middle East as a popular response to the lack of development, the decline of liberation projects, and the failure of particular Arab governments to ensure prosperity, stability, and social justice. These uprisings emerged from widespread frustration with authoritarian leaders who prioritized self-glorification, supported by oppressive security systems and tools of repression. Those Arab regimes also restricted rights and controlled narratives through propaganda-driven media while allying with religious groups to maintain power. This political stagnation, economic crisis, and censorship limited the ability to express aspirations of freedom and justice. In this context, visual arts emerged as a vital medium for channeling dissent and organizing protests. Social media and artistic expressions such as street art, graphics, and digital design provided safe and accessible platforms for communication. These artistic expressions not only documented and amplified the revolutions but also became symbols of hope in the fight for a new era of freedom and justice.