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Get ready to make a difference from the comfort of your own home on Virtual Advocacy Day, taking place on March 28! This day is all about using technology and social media platforms to advocate for important causes and make your voice heard. It's a modern twist on traditional advocacy days and allows people from all over the world to participate in making positive changes. So gather your friends and family, put on your virtual activist hats, and join the movement for a better tomorrow!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Internet Becomes Public Domain</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the late 1990s, as the internet became publicly accessible, the foundations for a future of virtual advocacy were laid.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Facebook Launches</div><div class='timeline-text'>The launch of Facebook marked a significant step for social media, eventually becoming a platform for public advocacy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Twitter Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advent of Twitter, individuals found a voice to advocate for these issues at a global scale.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Instagram Founded </div><div class='timeline-text'>Instagram, another powerful tool for virtual activism and advocacy, was founded.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Virtual March</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known virtual march on social media happened, laying the groundwork for future virtual advocacy events.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Advocacy Day Instituted</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of remote work and communications, Virtual Advocacy Day was instituted as a designated day for online activism.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in virtual rallies and events</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join in on virtual rallies and events organized by advocacy groups. This is a great way to show your support and engage with others who are passionate about the cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take to social media and share your personal story or experience related to the cause. This will help raise awareness and inspire others to get involved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write letters to legislators</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this day to write letters to your local legislators advocating for the cause. This is an effective way to make your voice heard and bring attention to important issues.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a virtual panel or discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a virtual panel or discussion with experts and advocates to educate others about the cause and engage in meaningful dialogue.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Collaborate with other advocates</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Reach out to other advocates and organizations to collaborate and amplify your message. Together, you can make a bigger impact and create positive change.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It allows for greater participation and accessibility</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Virtual advocacy day makes it easier for people to participate, regardless of their location or physical capabilities. This means a greater number of voices can be heard and included in key discussions and decision-making processes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It saves time and resources</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By eliminating the need for travel, virtual advocacy day saves participants time and money that would have been otherwise spent on transportation and accommodation costs. This also reduces carbon emissions and supports more sustainable practices.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It amplifies marginalized voices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Virtual advocacy day allows individuals from underrepresented communities to have their voices heard without facing barriers such as discrimination or systemic disadvantage. It creates a more inclusive platform for diverse perspectives and experiences to be shared and considered.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Virtual Advocacy Allows For International Participation</h3><p class='facts-content'>With the rise of the internet and social media, individuals all around the world can now participate in Virtual Advocacy Day, making it a truly international event.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Virtual Advocacy Creates A Safe Platform For Dialogue</h3><p class='facts-content'>The virtual nature of the event allows for safer discussions on sensitive topics, enabling more people to voice their thoughts without fear of immediate backlash or violence.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Online Movements Can Lead To Real Changes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Virtual advocacy is not limited to the digital realm. Online movements have led to significant policy changes and outcomes in the real world, such as the #MeToo movement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Virtual Advocacy Can Be More Cost-Efficient </h3><p class='facts-content'>Virtual Advocacy Day negates the need for expensive conference halls, travel accommodations, materials, and other resources typically associated with traditional advocacy events.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Online Campaigns Can Be Tracked and Analyzed</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike traditional campaigns, the impact of online campaigns can be more effectively tracked and measured using analytics, providing valuable data for future advocacy efforts.</p></div></div>
Virtual Advocacy Day is celebrated on March 28 every year. In 2024 Virtual Advocacy Day will occur on a Thursday.
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