WAGE❤️LOVE

A global movement turning negativity into positive action through the power of creative expression.

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What is "Wage Love"?

"Wage Love" is a phrase initially made popular by Detroit activist Charity Hicks. In the midst of water shutoffs in Detroit, she argued that we needed to aggressively wage love at the negativity coming from leadership.

Ideologically it suggests that the best way to fight negativity is not with more negativity, but rather with positive energy and action.

#WageLove has transformed into a global movement, bringing together artists, designers, activists, and more to support those impacted by crisis and to advance innovative thought for marginalized communities.

How It Works

The Dance Challenge

  1. Make a statement of why you're waging love and/or do the dance.
  2. Use the filters (Snap, TikTok, Web) to record your video.
  3. Challenge 3 others and tag them on social media.
  4. Click the map and submit your video to join the movement.
"Empathy and compassion are under attack. We need a response team." — Sultan Sharrief

Available on Multiple Platforms

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ELEMENTAL WAGE LOVE WEB FILTER

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Past Wage Love Campaigns

Detroit Water Crisis Response

Detroit Water Crisis Response

Mobilizing love and resources for Detroit communities affected by water shutoffs.

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Wildfire Relief Initiative

Wildfire Relief Initiative

Supporting those impacted by wildfires through creative expression and direct aid.

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Youth Empowerment Project

Youth Empowerment Project

Engaging youth in activism and creative problem-solving for their communities.

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Ready to Wage Love?

Join thousands around the world using creative expression to combat negativity and drive positive change.

Join the Movement

  • 1 Choose Your Cause
  • 2 Record Your Dance
  • 3 Upload and Tag
  • 4 Go Global on the Map

Upload Your #WageLove Video

Stories of Impact

Uyen Johnson

Uyen Johnson

"Waging love in our community has helped us heal and unite in ways we never imagined."

Community Leader
James Wilson

James Wilson

"As an activist, our dance on the map is a symbol of hope and solidarity."

Activist
Jason Clark

Jason Clark

"The spirit of #WageLove allowed us to organize, mobilize, and create real change."

Youth Organizer