There was nothing exciting about the start of this week...work. eat. sleep. repeat. The same old grind as each day blended into the next. One routine after the other. Then last night, I decided to check in on my Google+ friends and stumbled upon this amazing video created by documentarian Jason Russell and his non-profit organization Invisible Children.
Initially, it wasn't the video that drew me in. There was an intense debate happening in the comments section over whether America should get involved or not. It was like watching the UFC in words! Many were arguing in support of the cause but there were plenty of critics chiming in to voice their disgust. Names were being called, jabs we're being thrown, insults layered on top of insults, avatars attacking, and one girl who just couldn't get over the fact that her exact same post of the video didn't get the same response vowing to never return to Google+. It was amazing! In all honesty, it made me want to watch the video...all 30 minutes of it. I was glad I did.
My uncle use to always tell me that when you know better, you do better. The crimes of Joseph Kony should be featured front in center in the news, but unfortunately its not. The cool thing about social media is that, when used successfully, it can be a vehicle for change. I truly believe this campaign is going to make history and I'm down for the cause.
If you'd like to join the #Kony2012 cause, here's a few ways you can get involved:
1. Take the Invisible Children's online pledge to bring Kony to justice
2. Purchase the Kony 2012 Action Kit ($30)
3. Donate
AND if your really looking to make a splash...
5. Find ways to post Kony 2012 content (posters, stickers, etc.) around your city. Then share a photo of your work using #Kony2012
