Meta's recent decision to limit political content on its platforms has stirred up quite a storm in the news, raising concerns among human rights advocates.
For years social media companies have been limiting content that they deem political, often including critical social justice issues such as education inequity and climate justice. While the move aims to mitigate misinformation and polarization, it also poses challenges for advocates striving to raise awareness about critical human rights issues.
Human rights defenders rely on social media to amplify their voices, mobilize support, and shed light on injustices worldwide. Meta's policy change along with many social media outlets’ history of limiting this content from being seen could hinder the efforts of human rights advocates, stifling advocacy and restricting access to vital information. Learn more below.
