E Activism

WHAT IS ACTIVISM?

Internet activism also known as E-activism is the use of electronic communication technologies such as e-mail, the World Wide Web, for various forms of activism

WHY ACTIVISM?

The Internet is a forward-thinking and forward-moving medium, embracing change and pushing the envelope of technology and communication

The Internet is a key resource for independent activists or E-activists,

particularly those whose message may run counter to the mainstream. "Especially when a serious violation of human rights occurs, the Internet is essential in reporting the atrocity

to the outside world

By networking with other activist groups organisations can maximise the audience for its message

The uptake of new technologies for activists is not limited to the internet, mobile phone technology is also being used to connect activists

The internet has become a method for

streaming live footage of protests around the world to foster a sense

that activists - although physically

distanced - are fighting for the same cause

Blogging has become an

important part of society's value

judgments regarding current

events

One of the main uses of online activism is the provision of

alternative independent media that is free from censorship or affiliation

with major news corporations

'DON'T HATE THE MEDIA, BECOME THE MEDIA‘Indymedia

'DON'T HATE THE MEDIA, BECOME THE MEDIA‘Indymedia

What makes social media useful for digital activism

may not be its interactivity but rather the fact that

these technologies collapse the barrier to

broadcast.

Digital Activism Survey Report 2009

The Internet may have considerable potential to reach and engage opinion leaders who influence the

thinking and behavior of others

In a world where digital cameras and camcorders can only cost a few hundred dollars and desk top publishing programmes can produce professional looking magazines in a few hours and a homemade website can give a few committed people the ability to communicate with millions of people the future of information no longer rests in the hands of a powerful few

The future of online activism depends on how cohesively groups can continue to work

internationally with one another to promote a sense of community and hope for people struggling to

move towards a just future for the world.

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