3 Top Human Rights Bloggers to Read Now
March 31, 2011
THE PRO-DEMOCRACY BLOGGER IS TODAY’S VOICE in the cyber-trenches. The blogger occupies a unique place in journalism and politics, speaking and writing from a personal standpoint but also taking on the biggest issues in her society.
This post looks at three regions of the world where dissidents are denied their freedom of speech: Egypt, Cuba, and Tibet. Here are 3 top human rights bloggers to read now:
1. Dalia Ziada, Egypt: This young human rights activist, translator, and researcher has been recognized as an engaged activist, and outspoken voice, for an inclusive Egyptian society that does not marginalize women or minorities.
Ziada is also currently the director of the Egypt office for the American Islamic Congress. Her blog’s voice is enthusiastic and inspiring. After Mubarak’s overthrow, she posted, “WELCOME DEMOCRACY… We can’t wait to embrace you.” Read her blog at dalia.ziada.blogspot.com.
2. Yoani Sánchez, Cuba: As a leader for advocating human rights and democratic freedoms in Cuba, Sánchez increasingly comes under fire from the government. Earlier this month Cuban authorities accused her of engaging in a “cyber war” against the government. Meanwhile, her blog, Generation Y, is an important portal for news and other Cuban blogs. Plus, it’s available in over a dozen languages. Read her post about meeting with President Jimmy Carter during his recent visit to Cuba.
3. High Peaks Pure Earth, Tibet: This blog is a must-read for translated posts from both Tibetan and Chinese blogs. High Peaks Pure Earth regularly publishes translations and links to posts from leading activist Woeser, and writing from other blogs. It’s a particularly good source for news about crackdowns and blackouts on Tibet-related social networking and blogs.
Learn More about Bloggers Writing for Freedom of Speech from these sites:
Cyberdissidents.org
Reporters Without Borders
