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When bulldozers destroyed her animal shelter's wall, Jagriti Mishra posted a video that reached 50 million people and brought Delhi's Chief Minister to her door. Her social media plea transformed a local demolition into citywide support for vulnerable street animals.
A new campaign lets anyone fight wildlife trafficking by reporting suspicious posts selling exotic animals online. One screenshot could save a pangolin, tortoise, or orangutan from illegal trade.
When trolls tried to expose a sexual assault survivor online, thousands of people claimed to be "Jane Doe" themselves. The campaign turned a witch hunt into a powerful act of digital solidarity.
A social media influencer in Thailand has spent over a year monitoring critically endangered dugongs with a drone, helping protect the 273 remaining animals through education and awareness. His daily visits to Tang Khen Bay showcase these gentle sea mammals to the world while scientists work to save their disappearing habitat.
A social media creator in Thailand has spent over a year monitoring critically endangered dugongs with a drone, raising awareness as these gentle sea mammals face threats from habitat loss and pollution. His daily updates on a beloved dugong named Miracle are helping educate the public about protecting the species.
A 34-second video of an Iranian refugee burning a photo of Iran's supreme leader to light a cigarette has sparked copycat protests across three continents. What began as one woman's act of defiance has become a global symbol of resistance against authoritarian rule.