Internet Activism. Really? Posted on August 15, 2011April 27, 2021 By Rhea J Gurung 2011: Blogs, protest groups, online petitions, e-campaigns and e-activism are all the rage. One of the earliest successful examples of internet activism was the class struggle in the early nineties by the indigenous EZLN Zapatista movement in Mexico. For an indigenous group, comprised of mainly of farmers from a low… Read more
Digitisation of Socialisation Posted on August 15, 2011March 13, 2012 By Verse Two essential words: Communication and Interaction. What do they signify? — Pranjal Poudel Perahaps it would be wiser to rewind the historical clock. To, well, the past. During all of time, the aforementioned two words have been the cornerstone of societies. Yes, there are other physical factors as well, but… Read more
Come on Youth Stand Up Posted on August 15, 2011March 13, 2012 By Verse — Anil Prd. Udaya We are an open community of civilian-activists (especially youths) that believe in democracy and social justice. We believe that only by responsible action from every member of society shall we achieve a prosperous, progressive and peaceful society and nation. We originally came together to ensure… Read more
Can social media help unite Nepal? Posted on August 15, 2011March 9, 2012 By Ujwal Thapa Nepal is not poor. It is just poorly managed. And to manage it better, Nepalis are finally getting a unique kind of help that comes in the form of ‘social media’. This time we citizens have a powerful ally, an amplifier. It is neutral, it is free and, in fact,… Read more