The Power of Social Images in Shaping Political and Social Consciousness

Ultimately, social images shape political and social insight by influencing how people perceive reality, interpret events, and relate to one another. They can illuminate injustice, inspire solidarity, and hold power accountable. Yet they can also mislead, polarize, and simplify complex realities. The impact of visual media depends not only on those who produce and distribute images but also on the awareness and critical capacity of those who consume them.