10 Tactics for Activists to Use Social Media

As someone who has always worked for nonprofits, this type of information excites me. Social media or "information into action" as the creators of the film call it, is ideal for nonprofit organizations. Read further by clicking on the links and download the tactic cards in pdf format.

clipped from beth.typepad.com Activists around the world are using social media tools to make change.  A new 50- minute documentary  film called "10 Tactics for Turning Information into Action" is a guide to how best to use take advantage of the power of these tools and avoid hidden dangers.  The site and film include inspiring info-activism stories from around the world, a set of cards with tool tips and advice.  The project comes from Tactical Technology, inspired their info-activism camp in India. incorporated tools like Twitter and Facebook to take on governments and corporations. The Ten Tactics 1. Mobilise People 2. Witness and Record 3. Visualise Your Message 4. Amplify Personal Stories 5. Just Add Humour 6. Investigate and Expose 7. How to Use Complex Data 8. Use Collective Intelligence 9. Let People Ask the Questions 10. Manage Your Contacts clipped from www.informationactivism.org