TED: The power of citizen video to create undeniable truths | Yvette Alberdingk Thijm

The video discusses the power of citizen video in exposing human rights abuses, highlighting stories from Congo, America, and Brazil. It introduces technologies like Proof Mode to verify video evidence and emphasizes the importance of metadata. The video also explores the role of distant witnesses and projects like Mobilize Us in supporting human rights. It addresses the issue of hate videos and the need for policy changes in tech companies. The video concludes by encouraging the use of video for justice and empowering individuals to become civic witnesses.

What challenges do eyewitnesses face when documenting human rights abuses?

How did the Brazilian police's actions after Eduardo's death illustrate issues of accountability?

In what ways can technology empower civic witnesses according to the text?

What was the purpose of the 'Capturing Hate' project?