Tools: The Hub

Written by Lynn on July 11, 2008 – 12:58 pm -

Tool Description: Witness, an organization dedicated to creating exposure of human rights violations all over the globe through the use of video, has launched a beta version of The Hub. The Hub is a collection of videos that focus on human rights issues. Anyone can create an account and upload a video as long as it relates to human rights. Each video page has information and resources about the issue and links to the campaigns where you can take action.

Activist Application: Activists in China have been uploading videos to The Hub to show instances of police violence upon civilian protesters. The videos were originally uploaded to Chinese video hosting sites, but were quickly taken down. There is also a heavy focus on the 2008 Olympics and how bringing the Olympics to China has only made their human rights worse.

Ease of Use: If you or your organization have a video already made, the ease of use is simple. Just follow these steps to create an account and upload your video.


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Tool: YouTube

Written by Mary on November 26, 2007 – 5:22 pm -

Name: YouTube

Website: http://www.youtube.com

What it is: YouTube is a site where you can upload your digital video for all the world to see

Rating: 4 stars

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