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#youth-engagement

Marketing

No One Knows What TikTok Is

Social fabric impact: TikTok serves as a community and income source for many young people.

Implications for youth engagement: Lack of awareness about congress among young TikTok users is concerning. [ more ]

Intelligencer

Left-wing politics

Joe Biden's TikTok Troubles

Joe Biden is frequently portrayed as a doddering old man and corrupt Establishment tool on social media platforms favored by young people.

The Biden campaign has released its first TikTok video in response to concerns about Biden's age and mental fitness. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Marketing

Far-right AfD appears as strongest German party on TikTok DW 06/04/2024

Politicians linked to far-right AfD party use TikTok to spread extremism, surpassing other parties. [ more ]

Modern Farmer

4 weeks ago

Marketing

Unsubscribe? FarmTok Worries About a TikTok Ban - Modern Farmer

Farmers like Joshua Westerfeld are gaining popularity on TikTok by sharing slice-of-life farm content and connecting with a younger audience. [ more ]

WIRED

Marketing

No One Knows What TikTok Is

Social fabric impact: TikTok serves as a community and income source for many young people.

Implications for youth engagement: Lack of awareness about congress among young TikTok users is concerning. [ more ]

Intelligencer

Left-wing politics

Joe Biden's TikTok Troubles

Joe Biden is frequently portrayed as a doddering old man and corrupt Establishment tool on social media platforms favored by young people.

The Biden campaign has released its first TikTok video in response to concerns about Biden's age and mental fitness. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Marketing

Far-right AfD appears as strongest German party on TikTok DW 06/04/2024

Politicians linked to far-right AfD party use TikTok to spread extremism, surpassing other parties. [ more ]

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Education

Bringing the wild things back to campus

Students at The College of New Jersey participate in rewilding, planting native species despite challenges.

The younger generation is interested in climate change solutions and taking actions towards creating a better world. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

London politics

The Searchers by Andy Beckett review the leftists who took their lead from Tony Benn

The Searchers explores Jeremy Corbyn's leadership period and the radical optimism it sparked among younger voters. [ more ]

#roblox

Marketing Dive

Marketing

Why video is key to Roblox's evolving advertising strategy

Roblox revenue up 26% in 2023, showing growth. Immersive video ads aim to connect brands with Gen Z audience effectively. [ more ]

Design Milk

5 months ago

Design

Roblox x Lamborghini Host the Lanzador Lab Design

Lamborghini has partnered with Roblox to showcase their all-electric Lanzador Ultra GT on the platform.

Players can visit a replica of the Lamborghini museum and design their own digital Lanzador to race in-game. [ more ]

Marketing Dive

Marketing

Why video is key to Roblox's evolving advertising strategy

Roblox revenue up 26% in 2023, showing growth. Immersive video ads aim to connect brands with Gen Z audience effectively. [ more ]

Design Milk

5 months ago

Design

Roblox x Lamborghini Host the Lanzador Lab Design

Lamborghini has partnered with Roblox to showcase their all-electric Lanzador Ultra GT on the platform.

Players can visit a replica of the Lamborghini museum and design their own digital Lanzador to race in-game. [ more ]

moreroblox

The Ringer

JavaScript

Bakari Sellers on 'The Moment: Thoughts on the Race Reckoning That Wasn't and How We All Can Move Forward Now'

The importance of relatability in politics and engaging African-American readers in politics. [ more ]

Axios

Left-wing politics

Biden tries to win back progressives, young people with left-leaning policy

Biden aims to boost support among progressives, young people, and people of color through various strategies and policy announcements. [ more ]

Fast Company

Graphic design

The American Climate Corps designed the next great government logo

Branding government initiatives for younger generations requires innovative design to succeed. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

London

I'm glad Laurence Fox is off the ballot for London mayor. But I'd love a Jammie Dodger with his canvassers | Zoe Williams

The doorstep remains a crucial space for political engagement, especially during local and mayoral elections. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

Marketing

MPs Push For TikTok Strategy As Platform Grows As News Source For Young People

Government urged to develop a TikTok strategy to combat misinformation and engage young people as they increasingly rely on social media for news. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

London politics

It's not going to be a landslide': how will Sadiq Khan fare in the battle to be London mayor?

Sadiq Khan's relaxed demeanor contrasts with underlying political tensions in London.

Despite strong poll leads, Khan faces internal critics and potential vulnerabilities. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Germany news

Understanding how Germany and Europe ended the Cold War DW 03/23/2024

Exhibition documents 1989 fight for freedom in Eastern Europe

Young audience engaged with historical material through interactive displays and QR codes [ more ]

#social-media

www.theguardian.com

Online marketing

Sneaky' social media ads are luring young into gambling, say campaigners

Tougher rules are needed to regulate betting firms' use of social media

Content marketing blurs the line between advertising and popular culture, particularly impacting young people. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Meet 'Dr. Tatiana,' the professor getting people on TikTok excited about physics

Dr. Tatiana, a physics professor at Texas A&M University, has become a social media star by performing theatrical physics tricks in videos that have gained millions of views.

She credits the university marketing team's videos of her lessons for her social media success. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Online marketing

Sneaky' social media ads are luring young into gambling, say campaigners

Tougher rules are needed to regulate betting firms' use of social media

Content marketing blurs the line between advertising and popular culture, particularly impacting young people. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Meet 'Dr. Tatiana,' the professor getting people on TikTok excited about physics

Dr. Tatiana, a physics professor at Texas A&M University, has become a social media star by performing theatrical physics tricks in videos that have gained millions of views.

She credits the university marketing team's videos of her lessons for her social media success. [ more ]

moresocial-media

www.dw.com

Marketing

EU elections: Will young German voters boost far-right AfD? DW 03/03/2024

Young Germans aged 16 and 17 will be allowed to vote in the upcoming European Parliament election in June.

Educators and foundations are advocating for workshops and information sessions to prepare young Germans for the election.

The far-right AfD party in Germany is targeting young voters with aggressive campaigns on social media platforms like TikTok. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Football fans told 'don't sit on the sidelines' in London voting campaign

Almost one in five Londoners entitled to vote are not on the electoral register.

Football fans targeted to increase voter registration in London. [ more ]

#education

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour 2024: Landon Knack Reads To Students; Fernando Valenzuela Visits Homeboy Industries

Los Angeles Dodgers visited Gabriella Charter School and Homeboy Industries as part of their community tour.

L.A. Reads program aims to promote literacy and provide educational resources to youth. [ more ]

Chalkbeat

6 months ago

Education

A broken system delays payments to nonprofits working in NYC schools. Kids lose out.

An after-school program run by Inspiring Minds NYC helped a struggling high school student in Bedford-Stuyvesant to become more engaged in school

Nonprofits like Inspiring Minds have faced challenges due to the city's complicated and lengthy contract process [ more ]

www.hamhigh.co.uk

1 week ago

Education

Street artist returns to old school and helps pupils create huge mural

Pupils from Hampstead School work with street artist Pref on a mural project, inspired by themes of action and attention. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour 2024: Landon Knack Reads To Students; Fernando Valenzuela Visits Homeboy Industries

Los Angeles Dodgers visited Gabriella Charter School and Homeboy Industries as part of their community tour.

L.A. Reads program aims to promote literacy and provide educational resources to youth. [ more ]

Chalkbeat

6 months ago

Education

A broken system delays payments to nonprofits working in NYC schools. Kids lose out.

An after-school program run by Inspiring Minds NYC helped a struggling high school student in Bedford-Stuyvesant to become more engaged in school

Nonprofits like Inspiring Minds have faced challenges due to the city's complicated and lengthy contract process [ more ]

www.hamhigh.co.uk

1 week ago

Education

Street artist returns to old school and helps pupils create huge mural

Pupils from Hampstead School work with street artist Pref on a mural project, inspired by themes of action and attention. [ more ]

moreeducation

www.nytimes.com

Photography

One Hope From Changes at This Holocaust Museum: Fewer Nazi Selfies

Holocaust museums are redesigning their exhibits to engage younger generations and present the grim lessons of Nazi genocide in a more impactful way.

Some museums are rearranging artifacts and incorporating images of Nazi soldiers and Jewish victims to confront visitors with the truth of the atrocities. [ more ]

Axios

Marketing

"Not your mom's Facebook:" Inside Meta's plan to win back the youth

Facebook is making changes to appeal to younger Gen Z users through content discovery, short-form video, and creator-friendly features. [ more ]

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Berlin food

Berlin - Festival der Jugendkulturzentren am 29. Juni

The LISTEN TO BERLIN: YOUTH - Satellite Event is a free music event for youth, featuring performances, interactive activities, and information sessions. [ more ]

#kylian-mbappe

www.theguardian.com

7 hours ago

France politics

French far-right leader condemns Mbappe's anti-extremism remarks

The French far-right leader criticized footballer Kylian Mbappe for urging young people to vote against extremes, questioning the advice of wealthy athletes to those struggling financially. [ more ]

euronews

1 day ago

France politics

Mbappe urges voter mobilisation as France faces political uncertainty

Kylian Mbappé urges young voters to oppose political extremism in France's upcoming snap parliamentary elections. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

7 hours ago

France politics

French far-right leader condemns Mbappe's anti-extremism remarks

The French far-right leader criticized footballer Kylian Mbappe for urging young people to vote against extremes, questioning the advice of wealthy athletes to those struggling financially. [ more ]

euronews

1 day ago

France politics

Mbappe urges voter mobilisation as France faces political uncertainty

Kylian Mbappé urges young voters to oppose political extremism in France's upcoming snap parliamentary elections. [ more ]

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#biden-2024-campaign

WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta

Left-wing politics

Biden is hiring a meme manager. But viral success might not be as easy as he hopes.

Campaign job for content and memes in Biden's 2024 campaign reflects a shift towards engaging young voters through internet culture. [ more ]

WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio

Left-wing politics

Biden is hiring a meme manager. But viral success might not be as easy as he hopes.

Campaign job for Biden 2024 includes managing content and meme pages, highlighting Gen Z targeting. [ more ]

WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta

Left-wing politics

Biden is hiring a meme manager. But viral success might not be as easy as he hopes.

Campaign job for content and memes in Biden's 2024 campaign reflects a shift towards engaging young voters through internet culture. [ more ]

WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio