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The role of youth activism in social changes

The vibrant dynamism of youth activism has proven to be an extraordinary driving force for changing societies, capturing the energy, passion, and fresh visions of youth ready to challenge the status quo. Such activism is unparalleled in an era of fast and unfettered communication, where one can instantly share views from any corner of the world. This generation is said to be the most globally connected and educated. They can offer solutions to some of the problems that plague this world, such as climate change, social inequality, and human rights violations. Examples of the power of the young include the students who spearheaded Greta Thunberg's Fridays for Future and those behind the student-led gun violence protests in the United States. This is where social media play a central role in raising voices for young activists. Equipped with Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, these youngsters can mobilize, raise public awareness, and at large unite in a scope that had been previously impo...

The basics of user experience (UX) design

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The basics of user experience (UX) design        User experience design is the foundation for meaningful and enjoyable product development. At its core, UX design is concerned with understanding the needs and behaviors of its users to ultimately create satisfaction. User-centered design is one of the most important aspects of UX design, requiring a deep understanding of users' preferences. This typically includes creating personas—representative profiles of target users—to guide decisions on designing a product. Information architecture is another very important factor: it is about arranging content in a way that lets users easily navigate the content and find what they need. Wireframing and prototyping are integral parts of design. They allow designers to see layouts and test the functionality before final implementation, and this iterative approach fine-tunes ideas based on the feedback from users, meaning that the product meets actual needs. Visual design plays a ...

The Role of Social Media in Shaping Public Opinion

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The Role of Social Media in Shaping Public Opinion                                                                                                         The role of social media in determining public opinion fundamentally changes the way we communicate, consume information, and eventually form opinions. These central pillars of such sites include Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, all contributing in their own ways to the public discourse and the ability to share one's thoughts and interact with others in real time. Social media allows the otherwise marginalized voices to be heard; it is in such a scenario that the world becomes aware of marginalized communities and grassroots movements, thereby spreading the issues of awaren...