Today, ordinary people have the tools to hold power structures to account.
Special Event Discussion Panel: From Audience to Activist
Synopsis
Today, people have the tools to hold power structures to account. Cellphone videos and live distribution channels are being used as evidence for advocacy in cases of police and military accountability, protests, and hate crimes. But, in a troubling trend, those involved in capturing and distributing the footage face serious repercussions. Join us for a discussion exploring how publicly sourced media is being utilized for impact, and the issues that civilians encounter when recording and distributing information, as our panel of filmmakers, journalists and activists share best practices on how to hold powerful institutions accountable safely and effectively.
This event will run 90 minutes.
*Join us after the discussion, where participants from the panel and others will share best practices, materials and hands-on guidance about how to film and share media safely. In collaboration with Meerkat Media, WITNESS and others. Furman Gallery, Film Society of Lincoln Center, 8-9:30pm