VOICED: Model fights for fair elections in Gabon

VOICED: Model fights for fair elections in Gabon

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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Mika, a half-Japanese model, has shifted from fashion to activism, launching the Guardian Angels of Gabon on Facebook to ensure fair presidential elections in Gabon. With the death of long-time leader Omar Bongo, the political scene is tense, and many expect his son Ali to succeed him. Mika's activism aims to promote transparency and democracy, urging for a delay in the election to allow more voter registration. Her efforts have garnered international support, and she uses her model status to amplify her message.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary mission of the Guardian Angels of Gabon?

To organize fashion shows in Gabon

To support Ali Bongo's candidacy

To ensure transparent elections in Gabon

To promote fashion in Gabon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is considered a likely successor to Omar Bongo?

Ali Bongo

Gloria

A candidate from Senegal

Mika

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Gloria's hope for her internet activism?

To support the Japanese government

To promote her modeling career

To organize a fashion event

To convince people that the election is still competitive

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Gloria want the election date to be postponed?

To wait for the Japanese government's approval

To organize a fashion show

To give Ali Bongo more time to campaign

To allow more Gabonese to register

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Gloria's modeling status play in her activism?

It is unrelated to her activism

It distracts from her political goals

It helps her get her message across

It hinders her credibility