The 2023-2024 World of 8 Billion student video contest is now closed. Winners will be announced on May 21, 2024!

Using the Media

Share your Video

Share your World of 8 Billion video with friends and family on social media!

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Write a Letter to an Editor

Writing a letter to an editor can help educate people about the impacts of your cause. You can write a letter to the editor of your school paper. Here are some tips to help you get started, and a sample letter.

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Using Social Media

Use social media to let people know about causes you care about.

Social media can be an incredibly helpful tool in bringing awareness to your cause or putting pressure on authority figures to invoke change.

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Using Podcasts and YouTube

Start a podcast or use your newfound video skills to start a  YouTube channel to broadcast your thoughts to a larger audience. Or use TikTok to share shorter clips and videos!

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More Ways to Take Action

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Model Your Message

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Making Changes in Your Community

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Making Changes in Your School

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Fundraising for Your Cause

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Using the Media

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Influencing Lawmakers

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