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Mastodon – The New Twitter?

Since Elon Musk’s chaotic take over Twitter, social media users are flocking to alternatives. Concerns over Twitters policy on free speech, content moderation, and having to dig through mountains of advertisements to find content from the accounts they actually follow have left users weary. Mastodon is decentralised and has no corporate interests. They do not use algorithms, and your data will remain completely private. With more than 70,000 new sign ups to the site after Musk’s deal closed, is this the end of corporate social media we have come to love and hate?

Mastodon – The New Twitter?
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Elon Musk Twitter Deal

In April 2022 Elon Musk proposed to buy out social media giant Twitter for $44 billion. Previously he stood on the board directors as the company's single largest shareholder. The buyout deal remains ongoing, and details around his plans for the site remain elusive. Twitter would become a private company that is for sure, and Musk has suggested the need for increased transparency and the removal of spam bots. Concerns regarding democracy have been raised about the reinstating of banned accounts, and the potential for moderation to be neglected.

Elon Musk Twitter Deal

MOOCs

Massive open online courses are free courses offered online with unlimited participation. They provide an affordable and flexible way for you to learn new skills, advance in your career objectives and deliver quality educational experiences.

MOOCs
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Frances Haugen - 2021 Facebook Whistleblower

The former civic integrity team member for Facebook, who upon her resignation took a series of documents to the Wall Street Journal citing serious profit over safety concerns - referred to as the Facebook Files. The US Senate heard about differential treatment for politicians and celebrities, a shareholder lawsuit, and failure to report findings of toxic impacts on teenager users of Instagram. Haugen is now pressing the government for more regulation and to hold Zuckerberg accountable.

Frances Haugen - 2021 Facebook Whistleblower
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What can you do?

Have you ever asked yourself: How can I make a difference? If today every one of us did one good thing to make the world a better place, billions of good acts would take place around the world everyday.

What can you do?
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Campaigns

If you are interested in being part of a campaign or would like information about events near you, check out the extensive catalog of campaigns and events available on our website. Here you will find many different options, conveniently organized by topic.

Campaigns
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Human Connection Network

Human connection is a non-profit social knowledge and action network. They have the mission of preserving human dignity and creating a better future for all. If you are someone interested in civil social engagement, this is a great tool for you!  

Human Connection Network
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Positive Thinking

Positive thinking is a concept that shows that you can positively change your life by just having good thoughts. It won’t change the world around you, but it can help you adjust your perceptions and reactions to everyday things and improve your well-being.

Positive Thinking
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International Campaigning

Campaigning is an innovative instrument that has become one of the most helpful tools to organise and raise awareness on important subjects. Find out here about great campaigns taking place right now.

International Campaigning

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