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Using hashtag activism to give survivors a voice: #MeToo

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Using hashtag activism to give survivors a voice: #MeToo

The #MeToo movement is an example of hashtag activism that has had a far-reaching impact, as well as both results we can celebrate and lessons we can learn from. For me, the use of hashtag activism is an efficient way of making content accessible. This social media tool makes it possible for information to be transformed into short, digestible and shareable segments. On Twitter, these segments are no more than 280 characters. Hashtags like #MeToo also enable users to quickly find other social media posts with the same tag. This creates a ripple effect. The discovery of one hashtag opens doors to other similar hashtags and issue areas. This is the impact of the solidarity that the #MeToo movement fosters; seeing so many others share their story, users might be encouraged to share their own. This brings us closer to holding oppressive systems accountable and encouraging community and individual healing. 

Hashtag activism to promote recognized days of importance: International Women’s Day

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Hashtag activism to promote recognized days of importance: International Women’s Day

With the upsurge in social media use, one tactic that has seen great attention and usage is “hashtag activism.” Hashtag activism is a type of online activism that involves the use of hashtags on media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc. Its main purpose is to build public support for social and political awareness and change.

Using Data to Advocate for Disability Rights

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Using Data to Advocate for Disability Rights
Using data to advocate for disability rights

In my experience in the inclusion field, I have found that the lack of reliable data and comparable statistics are major obstacles to including a disability perspective into development programs. Improving the collection, analysis, and availability of disability statistics is essential to advocating for disability rights. Data provides the foundation for enhancing policy and decision-making on evidence-based programs.

Resiliency at the U.S. Southern Border: Legal Service Providers Get a Self-Care Boost

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Resiliency at the U.S. Southern Border: Legal Service Providers Get a Self-Care Boost

Authors: Andrea Cárcamo, senior policy counsel, Leora Hudak, staff wellbeing and mental health specialist, Urmy Shukla, program evaluation advisor, and Lisa Peterson-de la Cueva, New Tactics training officer

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Welcome Sydney!

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Welcome Sydney!

New staff member Sydney Stead brings social work, organizing and CVT East Africa experience to New Tactics.

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Hello New Tactics community! I am delighted to begin connecting with you as the New Tactics in Human Rights Program Coordinator. My role will largely be to provide programmatic, logistical, risk management, and administrative support.

Interning During a Pandemic: My New Tactics Experience

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Interning During a Pandemic: My New Tactics Experience

After a year of working for New Tactics, I never once stepped foot in the St. Paul, Minnesota office. I only met my coworkers in person one time and yet I was still provided with such a meaningful learning experience at CVT. Although this was a different internship experience than most, I really enjoyed having the opportunity to work with such an amazing team and for a great organization. As a sophomore at George Washington University, I spent hours searching for opportunities to work in the international affairs field in Minnesota for the following summer.

Using the convening power of international bodies to address the Venezuelan Exodus

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Using the convening power of international bodies to address the Venezuelan Exodus

New Tactics in Human Rights recently attended a webinar, “From a Humanitarian Exodus to Long-Term Growth: Latin America’s Journey Responding to the Venezuelan Exodus,” calling for donors to increase their financial response

Goodbye and Thank You!

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Goodbye and Thank You!

Six and a half years with New Tactics in Human Rights has come and gone in the blink of an eye, and it is time for me to say goodbye. For over six years, I have been surrounded by the stories of human rights defenders, your stories, and your tireless efforts to improve your communities and countries. I am constantly astounded by the dedication, persistence, strength, and courage of defenders; This has forever shaped my worldview.

Artist & Activist: Ai Weiwei

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Artist & Activist: Ai Weiwei
Interviewed after being released from jail

Ai Weiwei is a world-renowned Chinese artist and activist who has been creating provocative contemporary art pieces around the world for much of the 21st century. His work contains powerful political messages about human rights and democracy and has sparked much controversy among its viewers but mainly from Chinese authorities. He uses his creativity, sense of humor, and strong symbolism to create pieces that have angered the Chinese government for years. His work ranges from documentary films to architecture to photographs to music to art exhibitions.

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