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See, Hear… Act?: Co-Present Storytelling and Action
How can emerging tech tools like live-streaming or task routing apps be used to connect communities of support with activists on the ground in real time?
Sam Gregory
October 9, 2015
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Public Space and Video Projections: A Conversation with The Illuminator Art Collective
The Illuminator Art Collective shares how video projection can be used as part of protests and civic movements as well as practical tips and lessons-learned on how to set up and a run video projection set-up.
WITNESS
March 16, 2015
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The WITNESS Blog: A Look Back at 2014 and Look Ahead to 2015
In 2014 we contextualized dozens of citizen videos on human rights; shared resources for using video for change, archiving video and interviewing survivors of sexual violence; interviewed filmmakers, activists and journalists; advocated for better use of technology to aid those using video for change; celebrated stories of courage, and much more.
Matisse Bustos Hawkes
January 5, 2015
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Filming Resources for Protests Honoring Missing Students of Ayotzinapa
With additional marches for the missing students of Ayotzinapa scheduled for December 1 (#1dicMx), it's more important than ever to document these events with video and photos. Use these resources to prepare for today's protest and those to follow.
WITNESS
December 1, 2014
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Rallies in Iran Against Acid Attacks on Women
Online footage offers a rare peek into Iranian civil society and anger over gender-based violence, sparked by recent acid attacks on women in the northern city of Isfahan.
WITNESS
October 28, 2014
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Tips for Citizens Documenting Hong Kong’s Protests
WITNESS shares tips for citizens about how to more safely and effectively use video to document Hong Kong's protests.
Jackie Zammuto
October 2, 2014
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WITNESS Resources for Filming Protests and Police Conduct in Ferguson, MO
As protests continue, citizen media is flowing out of Ferguson, Missouri. These WITNESS resources can help citizen witnesses film more safely, ethically and effectively.
WITNESS
August 19, 2014
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Citizen Videos Capturing Police Violence at Protests in Brazil Used as Evidence
Citizen video has become a critical resource in the struggle to ensure rights and in cases to prosecute police violence in Brazilian cities.
WITNESS
July 10, 2014
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To Protect or Punish: New Anti-Terrorism Law Proposed in Brazil Could Curb Right To Protest
A proposed anti-terrorism law in Brazil could criminalize the actions of social movements and public protests.
WITNESS
June 14, 2014
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Call for Videos on Police Violence During World Cup Protests
As protestors in Brazil take to the streets during the World Cup, WITNESS has created a collaborative database to track ongoing police violence.
Priscila Néri
June 12, 2014
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Access to Transportation Denied in Many of Brazil’s World Cup Cities
While the country invested large amounts of money into the mega sporting event, critics say it did not do the same for the nation's transportation infrastructure.
WITNESS
June 9, 2014
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Human Rights Video Weekly: Turkey, South Korea, Nigeria, and South Africa
In Turkey, South Korea, and Nigeria citizens are taking to the streets demanding more government action on safety issues- from workplace safety to disaster relief.
WITNESS
May 20, 2014
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Ignored by Brazilian Government, Activists Take Police Violence to Inter-American Commission
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights hosts a public hearing on police violence used by Brazilian authorities during popular protests ongoing in the country since June 2013.
Priscila Néri
March 28, 2014
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Human Rights Video Weekly: Video Testimonies from North Korea, Bloggers Arrested in Vietnam
Citizen footage quickly became one weapon in the political crossfire in Venezuela. In addition to the protests in Venezuela, we've got our eyes on Kiev, Sudan, Vietnam, and much more.
WITNESS
February 19, 2014
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Human Rights Video Weekly: A Plea for Food Aid in Syria, Violent Protests in Ukraine and Thailand
Videos from the ground lend urgency to the Syrian peace talks. Leaked footage from Ukraine reveals abuse of detained activists, and protests turn violent in Thailand and Cambodia.
WITNESS
January 29, 2014
