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What the Movement for Real Love Looks Like Around the World​ (Photos)

From Greece to Indonesia, Switzerland to Bali, check out these advocates for social change who are spreading the message on the harms of porn all around the globe.

By October 27, 2022No Comments

Header image from Riley repping in Paris, France. Note that these Fighters are supporters of our organization, not official representatives.

Decades of studies from respected institutions have demonstrated significant impacts of porn consumption on individuals, relationships, and society. No Porn November is all about giving visibility to these facts and empowering individuals to choose to be porn-free. Learn more by clicking here.

“Repping the movement.”

You’ll see that phrase constantly on our FacebookTwitter, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Pinterest, but what does it really mean? And does doing it make any difference?

When you wear a tee with one of our bold messages, whether it be Porn Kills Love, People ≠ Products, or Become a Fighter, you’re guaranteed to turn some heads, raise some eyebrows, and spark conversation. That is what we’re all about—raising awareness on the harms of porn and the value of real love.

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This is a global awareness movement aimed at educating and changing the conversation around porn and its real harms on consumers, relationships, and our society in general. Even having brief exchanges with friends or strangers can make a difference and change countless minds. When you represent this movement for real love by taking a stand, you’re an active part in stopping the demand for porn.

Related: What You Support When You Buy And Wear Fighter Gear From Fight the New Drug

Check out these awesome Fighters from every continent around the world! (Except Antarctica…but hey, it’s only a matter of time.)

Note that the amazing people pictured below are supporters of the cause, not official representatives of this organization. Fight the New Drug collaborates with a variety of qualified organizations and individuals with varying personal beliefs, affiliations, and political persuasions. As FTND is a non-religious and non-legislative organization, the personal beliefs, affiliations, and persuasions of any of our team members or of those we collaborate with do not reflect or impact the mission of Fight the New Drug.

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VENICE, ITALY

Alexis VanFleet


ESTONIA

Joel Antson


BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

Janine


GRAND CANYON, ARIZONA

Jens Nelson


GULLFOSS FALLS, ICELAND
Arial Larsen

PUEBLA, MEXICO

Colten Symmes


GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Kelci Koop


MAKATI, PHILIPPINES

Xandrino Mangunay

“Your articles had been a great help in my struggle, and I wanna share this freedom to others. I believe, I can also use the materials in the kit to help others be aware of the harmful effects of pornography!”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK

Hannah and Tabitha


RAQMU, JORDAN

Callum McKeown

“Hey! My name is Callum, I’m from the UK but over in Jordan representing the movement in Petra – keep up the good work guys. I think it’s amazing what you’re doing and I love the cause. 👍


 JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

Jaylynn


ZERMATT MATTERHORN, SWITZERLAND

Madeline and Keara

“I’m coming up on five months of traveling Europe and one thing that it’s re-established in me, through seeing the unceasing beauty, is passion. I’ve been reminded of how truly good and beautiful life is, and how truly good and beautiful people are. It’s called me to greater authenticity, transparency, and giving of myself. It’s the way I truly feel all people should be able to live. But addiction, of any kind, but especially pornography, holds us back from seeing the truly good and beautiful. It holds us back from seeing people as they truly are. And the one thing people deserve more than anything is true, authentic love, love that sees the truly beautiful in each other, not the falsified ‘love’ that porn portrays.

‘Beauty demands for itself at least as much courage and decision as truth and goodness, and she will not allow herself to be separated from her two sisters without taking them along with herself in an act of mysterious vengeance.’ So let us be bold, courageous, and decisive, to fight for love, fight against addiction, and fight to see the truly good and beautiful in our brothers and sisters.” -Madeline


MACCU PICCHU, PERU

Moshé Durante

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“Hi! I’m from Guatemala City, and I am a survivor of pornography, and I’m not ashamed to talk about it. Now I’m looking for ways to change the conversations with my friends related to porn. I’m leaving Guatemala and I’m going to Perú for 10 days! I’m going to rep the movement from Maccu Piccu!”


BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

Shanelle Connell

“No matter where you’re coming from. Whether you watch it, have watched it, thought of watching it… there should be an ANTI-SHAME mentality around recovery or your past choices. Anti-porn advocacy does not equate to anti-compassion.⁣

So remember, your shame is not as strong as you are. You are worthy. You are created for love. And you are not alone in becoming a Fighter 🤘🏼⁣

If you want to join me in fighting for love, check out @fightthenewdrug


MACEDONIA & GREECE

Tabitha and Kayla

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“In this pic, we’re in Macedonia! For the past couple of weeks, we’ve had the incredible opportunity to be in Greece, clothing and feeding refugees as they wash up onto the shore here in Lesvos. While we have definitely been face to face with the tragedy and horror of the situation, we’ve also been able to be a beacon of hope in the darkness.”


ROMANS, FRANCE

Zachary Bush

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“My name is Zachary, and I travel with an international folk dance group around the world every summer, (Clog America), and this July we’ve been in France! After Paris we traveled to a place called Romans, France, and have been performing at the festivals here. We had our last big performance (with 8 countries from around the world including the USA represented). I knew I’d be around all these people and hoped to represent the movement by wearing my Porn Kills Love tee at our celebration dinner. Thanks for all you do! You guys are amazing!”


ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

Aaron and Brynnley

“From Russia with [Porn Kills] Love! Here I am with my sister, repping the movement in St. Petersburg!”


LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UNITED STATES

Eric

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“Something pretty dope happened last night and I wanted to share it with you! I’m in Vegas with my brothers and we were walking The Strip like everyone does. I was wearing my ‘Porn Kills Love’ shirt. I knew if there was anywhere in the world to make a statement it would be Las Vegas! Plus it’s just a really cool shirt!

Throughout the night I saw people reading the shirt. They all either just read it and kept walking or scoffed as they walked by. One lady openly laughed at it! We get to our hotel at 1am and I’m checking us in. The guy checking us in says, ‘Porn Kills Love huh?…that’s interesting.’ I just responded with, ‘Yeah it’s a pretty cool thing!’ He types away for a minute then said, ‘Okay, you piqued my interest, what’s that shirt all about?’ So I went on to tell him what the movement was all about. What the message is and how it’s about people loving people, instead of seeing people as objects. He said, ‘That sounds cool! I’ll have to check it out!’ I showed him the website on my wristband and he pretty enthusiastically said, ‘Thanks!’

The whole night I had no problem with how people were reacting. I basically knew that was going to happen, but to even reach one person to share the message it made all the scoffing and side glances worth it.”


MT. RAINIER, WASHINGTON STATE, UNITED STATES

Mark


AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Dimitrina

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“Love your movement! Wear my t-shirt everywhere! A lot of ‘attention’ here in Amsterdam. :)”


SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

Dannjie

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“I found out about your organization a couple years back and I’m trying to spread the word in the Marines with the most outspoken tee you had for sale! Here’s a pic that I have in South Korea.

To those that feel discouraged about speaking out about porn, afraid that you may lose some arguments, you will learn from your mistakes and stand stronger, with a more clear mind on how to tactically speak out on it. Stand steadfast! And join this crusade of ours!!”


TORONTO, CANADA

Alison Jane

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“I’m from Toronto, Ontario, and I haven’t seen anybody in this city representing your movement here, so I’m trying to change that. I’m a singer/songwriter, and I’ve been playing guitar for almost 20 years. I’m a professionally trained singer and I wish more artists would fight this cause. I hope I start to see more people in Toronto becoming Fighters! I didn’t even promote my CDs last night. This cause definitely takes priority for me.

This pic is at an acoustic performance that I was about to play and I asked someone to take that picture so that I could show that I’m representing that movement and not making the music just about me, but with a purpose to make a difference!”


JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

Chris Raphael

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“Repping the movement on my way back to Australia from the Johannesburg International Airport in South Africa. No matter what country you’re in, #pornkillslove!”


ATHERTON, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

Summer Jennings

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“Hey FTND! I’m in Atherton, Australia volunteering at a bat hospital, and brought my ‘Porn Kills Love‘ shirt here! I’m wearing it today for tours of the hospital and we’re going out to the pub tonight for a science talk, so I’m hoping to appeal to science-brained individuals about the scientific harms of pornography. I took some pictures with the bats for you guys if you would like to share them! Literally so proud to rep you guys everywhere I go!! Also, my picture with the shirt started a conversation with my porn-positive uncle back home. It’s pretty cool how it can all spread!”


BALI, INDONESIA
Mohamed Rahall
Mohamed Rahall in Bali, Indonesia (no Insta)
“Hey FTND, I’m Arab-Canadian, studying abroad in Singapore, traveling around Southeast Asia, and always repping the movement wherever I go. I’m still struggling, but it’s better, and I’m not going to give up any time soon. Thank you so much for all that you do. Truly, you have inspired me. This photo was taken at Mt. Batur in Bali, Indonesia!

Proof of how much you inspired me, earlier this year I presented a speech on the harms of pornography for my public speaking class in Singapore. A very touchy and taboo topic. I guess it is anywhere!”


RIO, BRAZIL

Joseph Khalaf

“Fighting for love in Rio!”


MORTERATSCH GLACIER, SWITZERLAND

Dominic Täubert


STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Janine Janke 

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“Hey FTND team! I heard from your organization in Tanzania, where I lived and worked for a year. In Germany, I ordered a shirt which arrived a few weeks ago. Now I wanted to tell you that I’m very amazed by your work and your passion, what porn really is and what it can do with you. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Strasbourg, France!”

Why these stories matter

We love hearing stories like these. There is nothing better than seeing people who are brave enough to take a stand and be a voice for change in our society where porn is viewed as normal. This movement is changing the conversation about porn by spreading the facts on its many harms. By being a part of this movement, we can not only better our own lives, but better our relationships and our world as a whole.

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If you don’t have a Porn Kills Love tee, grab one and start having conversations about the movement! If you already have a tee from our online store, we challenge you to wear it to the next large public place you visit and see what kind of reaction you get.

Take a stand. Be bold. Become a Fighter.

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Fight the New Drug collaborates with a variety of qualified organizations and individuals with varying personal beliefs, affiliations, and political persuasions. As FTND is a non-religious and non-legislative organization, the personal beliefs, affiliations, and persuasions of any of our team members or of those we collaborate with do not reflect or impact the mission of Fight the New Drug.