Promoting Human Rights through Information Technology: The Role of Social Networking Sites

Ugwu, Jovita Nnenna and Ugwuozor, Ifeanyi Samuel and Eze, Chidinma Esther (2023) Promoting Human Rights through Information Technology: The Role of Social Networking Sites. URASIAN EXPERIMENT JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (EEJHSS), 4 (2). pp. 14-18. ISSN 2992-4111

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Abstract

Human rights are fundamental rights for all individuals, regardless of their status. These rights include life, liberty, freedom from slavery, freedom of opinion, work, and education. Social media plays a crucial role in promoting these rights by exposing and naming violators. Media freedom is often restricted in many countries, making it difficult for reporters to report. Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter help channel the democratic movement for freedom of speech and human rights. Publicizing human rights violations has elicited reactions and positive changes, highlighting the importance of human rights and the need for equal opportunities for all. Traditional media faces legal obstacles that hinder its ability to address human rights violations by the incumbent government. Social media can exploit these limitations to highlight human rights issues, making it crucial for social media to serve as a platform for education and freedom of speech on political and human rights.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Depositing User: mrs chioma hannah
Date Deposited: 15 Apr 2024 09:26
Last Modified: 15 Apr 2024 09:26
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/4246

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