Above is a link to "KONY 2012" by the humanitarian organization Invisible Children. Invisible Children uses film and social media to highlight LRA affected communities in Central Africa. I have been working with Invisible Children for nearly four years and, regardless of some of the criticisms they have faced, I stand behind their efforts. They motivated me to actually GO to Uganda and spend some time working at an orphanage. I truly dislike the fact that there are people criticizing this organization. Many of the naysayers are new followers who want to appear "socially hip" by poking holes in a legitimate effort. Regardless, the attention (both positive and negative) is getting the job done. The word is out and the world is listening !!! Invisible Children
I agree that Kony is bad and people need to be aware, but I do think the situation in Uganda is a lot more complicated than they made it out to be.
ReplyDeleteI think this video explains it really well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO_tSVSg0qc&feature=related
I agree in that it is very complex. However, I think it was smart marketing and got out a good message. I really like the video, he makes very strong points
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