In some countries a journalist can be thrown in prison for years for a
single offending word or photo. Jailing or killing a journalist removes
a vital witness to events and threatens the right of us all to be
informed. Reporters Without Borders has fought for press freedom on a
daily basis since it was founded in 1985.
DoGooder.tv is a
website for videos with a cause. Through it, non-profit organizations
can promote their cause for a specific audience: one that is already
interested in hearing what they have to say, and figuring ways in which
they can help out.
It is clear that participation in online
communities is important for many young people, but less clear how this
translates into civic or political engagement. This volume examines the
relationship of online action and real-world politics.
