Have you heard of digital democracy?

 

WOAH!!! 

"It's life changing"-says fellow smashcaster megangage after viewing Mark Belinsky and Emily Jacobi's presentation on Digital Democracy. Digital democracy is an organization that takes an interest in empowering other's through the use of technology. Digital democracy focuses on closed societies who do not allow the freedom of speech. They have worked in places such as Thailand, and Burma. Their goal is to not only increase technological proficiency, but to also link schools in refugee camps with schools in America to spread ideas and experiences internationally. Their currently mode of doing such is a little something called "Project Einstein." It started with four cameras, eleven adolescents living in a refugee camp, and one goal: to spread the word; whether it be about using cameras, or about political happenings, this team is definitely spreading the word. The title says it all; Einstein was a refugee and he did great things, just like these youths are destined to do as well. To get more information about these revolutionary volunteers, or ways to help fund their endeavors, go to www.digital-democracy.org.