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From Voting Machines to Discord: A Path to Technological Activism

Offered By: Mozilla Hacks via YouTube

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Course Description

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Explore a compelling talk on technological activism and its impact on democracy, elections, and social issues. Delve into topics such as voting machine code, preserving democracy, and combating online trolling. Learn how to focus your activism for real change, speak out against discrimination, and engage in local activism. Discover the potential risks and rewards of technological activism, including the Unite the Right rally and its aftermath. Gain insights into the responsibilities of technologists in shaping a better society and fighting against online harassment.

Syllabus

Intro
Topics
The Wreck 25
The Election
Voting Machine Code
A Duty to Preserve Democracy
Industry Hit List
Milo Yiannopoulos
How to focus your activism to make real change
How to speak out against sexism racism
What does activism look like
Local activism
The worst that can happen
Unite the Right
Rally Proper
Online Trolling
The Good News
technologists have a duty


Taught by

Mozilla Hacks

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