Not every advertisement is there just to make you part with your hard-earned cash. Particularly in recent years, social issue campaigns have attempted to make their voices heard across the world, through the use of incredibly creative printed ads. One of the main issues that can plague social issue campaigns is actually getting people to care enough to take interest. Fortunately, much like how advertisements can be effectively used to establish brands or sell products, these ads are able to effectively bring these issues into the public spotlight. Many of these social issue campaigns deal with some very hard-hitting subjects, and it's the job of these advertisements to inform the public while being striking enough to catch the eye and stick in the mind. Often, the ads will make use of striking, occasionally shocking imagery in order to bring across its message in a meaningful way. This list takes a look at some of the best social issue ads from the last few years, each with their own powerful messages. From posters dealing with climate change to ads designed to bring attention to serious public health issues, each of these are a masterpiece in visual design.
