Case Studies — Very Wired
Case studies from countries that ranked in the top 50 of the International Telecommunication Union's ICT Development Index.
The Movements.org case study series identifies and evaluates campaigns that have harnessed technology for social change in their communities or that have demonstrated degree of success that others could learn from. Think you or someone you know should be featured?! Share your work here.
Greenpeace uses Barbie and Ken to Curb Deforestation
Greenpeace used humor, social media, and Barbie and Ken's popularity to motivate Mattel to take action against deforestation.
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The Pink Chaddi Campaign
A group of Indian women initiated a tongue-in-cheek campaign to stand up for women's rights.
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@BPGlobalPR
Following the Gulf oil spill, one comedian used a parody Twitter account to poke fun at BP while raising money for the Gulf.
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CrisisCamp Haiti
Following the earthquake in Haiti, volunteers gathered at CrisisCamps to lend their tech skills and help the relief efforts.
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Publishing Independent News in a State Controlled, but Very Wired, Media Environment
In the face of lagging press freedom, The Online Citizen in Singapore amplifies the voices of average citizens.
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Mobile Giving for Haiti
mGive allowed over 2 million people to make "technological history" by donating to Haiti relief following the 2010 earthquake.
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How SMS Swung a Parliamentary Election in Spain
Spaniards, wary of a government cover-up of the Madrid train bombings, quickly organized and altered the direction of elections.
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How a Documentary Flm Led to New Legislation
A 45-minute documentary film grows into an organization that turns high schoolers into activists and helps to enact legislation.
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