Blogs- changing awareness of crime

Question 1

what is a blog?
-definition

Answer 1

a regularly updated website or web-page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style

Question 2

effectiveness of using a blog to spread awareness?

Answer 2

• Anyone can use/create a blog, easy to setup for a campaign
• instantly accessible- can be updated regularly with the progress of the campaign.
• interactive; including links to other sites/pages/documents allows viewers to find out information about the campaign or even sign up to it.

Question 3

limitations of using blogs to spread awareness?

Answer 3

• Aimed at younger audiences- older generations may find hard to navigate
• can be time consuming in relation to campaigns for change
  take a lot of time to update (especially if regular updates are made).
• Arguably becoming an out-dated method
  find it easier to post statuses on their other social network sites e.g. Facebook/Instagram etc
• not always easy to find unless the link is posted elsewhere

Question 4

real life examples of where blogs were to used to campaign for awareness?

Answer 4

Greenpeace

Question 5

what does Greenpeace use?

Answer 5

images, videos and articles which can be posted on the blog.
The majority of posts on the blog have been shared via social media platforms, liked or received comments.
Some have been shared 969 times, 884 times, 626 times which indicates this blog is effective in raising awareness to the public.

Question 6

real life examples that have been effective in spreading awareness?

Answer 6

women’s aid
League against cruel sports
climate change