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Social Media And Charitable Initiatives

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Introduction

One of the greatest potentials of social media is that of logistics. No need for daisy chain calls, large scale meetings, or travel. Just fire up a space in your application of choice and go. As mentioned here however, the almost comical ease of joining a cause has potential challenges of its own.

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Questions

Q1 – Discuss social initiatives vs. social media.

One of the potential dangers of contemporary social media is the lack of effort required to conceive any sort of cause or initiative. With just a few well placed words or photos, one person can stir a whirlwind of frenzied interest and passion. Yet, just as quickly these movements fizzle out to be replaced with a new interest.

It is of course possible to circumvent this pitfall, creating a true initiative rather than a viral burst. It is my opinion the subtler, more meaningful approach that produces long term effort is what separates a functioning initiative from common social media.

Q2 – How can social media be used to empower a charitable initiative?

On the most basic level, social media is the ultimate logistical tool. I can attest from personal experience. My peers have at times arranged missing person searches, training, tornado clean up, flood aid, and even funeral support.

Social media is also a powerful potential fundraising tool. In the time a single person might canvas one neighborhood for support, social media could potentially reach millions.

 

Author: Damon Caskey

Hello all, Damon Caskey here - the esteemed owner of this little slice of cyberspace. Welcome!

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